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A photograph of a ceremonial moment in front of an ornate gold throne decorated with garlands of marigolds, roses and white flowers. A seated figure with long dark swept-back hair wears an orange saffron robe, a multi-strand flower garland and a gold-coloured necklace. The seated figure is an appearance-based Swamiji (probable), seated on the throne and receiving an offering; the appearance cues are long swept-back hair, saffron clothing and the garland. Standing to the left, a shaved-headed man in orange robes with a matching orange head wrap and glasses stands beside a figure in a white kurta, who bends forward with palms together to receive a small offering. Gold lion-shaped figures flank the throne base and a decorative banner with a bird emblem is visible at the top left.

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December 24 20092009-12-24A photograph of a seated man in saffron-orange robes and a pink-and-white flower garland, with long swept-back dark hair, a red bindi and gold beaded necklaces, sitting on an ornate gold throne with carved backrest. A man in a white shirt and orange-bordered dhoti stands bent forward with palms pressed together, receiving a touch on the forehead from the seated figure's hand. A golden lion-shaped stand and bright marigold and rose floral decorations surround the throne. The setting resembles a darshan or blessing moment in a temple-like hall.2009-12-24December 24 20092009-12-24A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate golden throne with floral garlands of pink and yellow flowers. The seated man wears an orange robe and a pink and multicoloured garland, long dark hair, and is smiling with one hand extended. In front, a young boy in a white shirt with a rudraksha mala bows with hands folded near the throne's gilded base, while an older man in orange robes bends forward with palms pressed together. Behind them, a man in orange wears a head covering, and at the far left another man in white with a yellow garland stands. Flower arrangements in green, red and orange frame the throne. The throne is a devotional darshan setting. Swamiji appearance is a probable match based on the long hair, orange robe and garlands on the seated figure.2009-12-24December 24 20092009-12-24A photo of a ceremonial padapuja-style scene on a golden throne. A long-haired man in saffron-orange robes with a pink and white flower garland sits on the gilded throne, extending his hand as a man in a white shirt and dhoti-style white clothing, wearing spectacles and a wristwatch, holds a sacred thread and ties or adjusts it. Behind them stands a monk in orange with a shaved head, glasses and a gold chain. The throne has ornate gold carved panels, and flower decorations of orange, yellow and red blooms frame the background. a person seated on the throne in orange robes, long swept-back hair and garland, receiving the ritual act from a devotee in white.2009-12-24December 24 20092009-12-24A photograph of a ceremonial reception in front of a large ornate golden throne (peetha) decorated with floral garlands in orange, yellow and red. A seated figure in orange robes wears a red and white garland and a rudraksha mala, with long dark hair and bare upper body, receiving a fruit from a man in a white shirt and white dhoti. Beside them a monk in saffron robes and glasses stands with a garland, another saffron-clad man with a gold chain is at the left edge, and a woman in a colourful patterned top stands at the right. Flowers and marigold garlands line the background and a red wall.2009-12-24December 24 20092009-12-24A seated man in long hair, wearing a red-orange robe with a white and green flower garland, sits on an ornate gilded throne with red and black striped cushions, smiling. An older man in a white shirt and white dhoti bends forward, hands pressed to the seated man's shoulder in greeting. To the right, a younger man in an orange robe stands with palms joined, smiling. A decorated plate with flowers sits at the base of the throne.2009-08-15A seated figure in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate gold throne with a red upholstered back, wearing long swept-back dark hair, a large white and multicolour flower garland and a green-and-white-beaded garland. He is bare-chested beneath the orange cloth, gesturing with a raised palm while smiling. Before him, a man in white kurta and dhoti kneels with palms pressed together in namaste. Behind them, several men in white with orange shawls stand near a draped red and gold backdrop, and scattered flower petals cover the floor. The distinctive saffron robe, long hair and adornments match the Swamiji (probable) appearance cues, and the throne and kneeling devotee suggest a darshan setting.2007-02-24A seated man in saffron-orange robes, long dark hair swept back, rudraksha malas and a gold-and-red beaded necklace, sits on a gold ornate throne with a red cushion, smiling. A man in a white shirt leans in front of him, bowing, and another white-shirted man stands at the right edge. Garlands of marigolds and red flowers decorate the throne area. A red bindi is on his forehead, and a small card is held in his hand. Swamiji (probable) is seated on the throne with distinctive saffron robes, long hair and beaded malas, receiving a devotee's respect.2011-11-10