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A photograph of a padapuja ceremony on a stage. A seated figure in long orange-saffron robes and a white-and-multicolour flower garland sits on an ornate silver-and-red throne decorated with marigold and white flower festoons. A man in white kneels at the feet, and another man in white with an orange shawl stands behind holding a fan. A microphone stands in front, and silver kalasha pots and yellow cloth lie on the floor. Probable Swamiji by visible cues: swept-back long hair, saffron robes and a garland, seated on a throne.

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July 29 20072007-07-29July 29 20072007-07-29Photo of a padapuja-style ceremony on a decorated stage framed by floral garlands in red, yellow, orange and white, with a red heart-shaped piece above. A figure seated on an ornate silver pedestal wears orange robes, has long dark hair and a red-orange garland, and smiles while extending a hand over a devotee. A man in white kurta and dhoti with an orange shawl bends forward to touch or support the seated figure, and a second devotee in white kneels at the base of the pedestal. In the background an attendant in orange robes stands near a brass oil lamp, and a cameraperson in orange clothing films at the right beside a purple curtain. Appearance-based probable Swamiji seated on the throne, with long hair, orange robe and garland. Four people are visible.2007-07-29A photograph of a padapuja ritual on a stage. A long-haired man in saffron-orange robes with a white garland and red-orange mala sits smiling on a floral-decorated silver throne, with a red heart-shaped backdrop and marigold and white garlands framing it. In front, a man in white kurta and dhoti holds a yellow cloth and a silver bowl, while a shaved-headed man in white kneels at the throne's base, washing the feet. A third man in orange robes walks at the right edge beside a pedestal fan and a purple curtain. Probable Swamiji (long swept-back hair, saffron robes, rudraksha-style mala) seated on the peetha during the feet-worship ritual.2007-07-29A photograph of a padapuja ceremony on a stage decorated with garlands of white jasmine, orange marigolds and red and yellow flowers. A man in a white dhoti and white shirt kneels barefoot on the floor, pressing his forehead and joined palms to the feet of a seated figure. The seated figure wears a saffron-orange robe and has long dark hair, sitting on an ornate flower-covered throne with a silver and gold lotus-shaped base and a microphone stand beside it. Behind them a younger man in white with an orange shawl holds a yellow cloth and a silver vessel. Yellow cloths and scattered flower petals lie on the floor, with a small brass figure at the lower left.2007-07-29July 29 20072007-07-29A photograph of a padapuja ritual on a stage decorated with garlands of marigolds and flowers in orange, yellow, red and white. A long-haired figure in a saffron-orange robe sits on a silver-toned throne, smiling, with garlands around the neck, while a man in white kurta and dhoti kneels at the base of the seat, bowing and washing or touching the feet. Nearby, a man in white with an orange shawl stands and another in white with a saffron shawl and an identity badge watches. A standing person in white with a white shawl faces the seat, and several other men in white stand at the left. Rose petals are scattered on the red floor, with a purple curtain behind.2007-07-29A photograph of a flower-decorated stage in an orange-and-white floral setting at a satsang. A man with long, swept-back hair in an orange saffron robe sits on a throne draped with marigold and white garlands, holding a microphone and speaking, with a rudraksha-style garland at his neck. Beside the throne stands a silver bowl and a small brass-coloured figure on the floor. In the foreground a man in white clothes bends forward toward the platform, appearing to perform a padapuja at the feet of the seated figure. Behind them a young man in an orange shawl sits cross-legged, eyes closed. Purple curtains and a pedestal fan complete the stage setting.2007-07-29A photograph of a padapuja at a flower-decorated stage during Guru Purnima celebrations. A seated figure in an orange-saffron robe, with long dark swept-back hair and a white flower garland, sits on a white and gold throne decorated with marigolds and red flowers. A man in a white dhoti and white shirt kneels at the feet, bowing with hands together over a silver vessel. Standing behind are two men: one in a white kurta with a gold-yellow shawl and one in white with a yellow shawl. A microphone stand stands at the right, and a purple curtain backs the scene. Probable Swamiji is the seated robed figure, wearing a saffron robe, long swept-back hair and a flower garland on a throne.2007-07-29A decorated stage with a flower-covered throne-like seat framed by white and yellow floral arches, red hearts and garlands. A person in orange robes sits on the seat with a long dark braid, smiling. A standing man in white dhoti and kurta with an orange shawl bends toward the seated figure, holding flowers or offerings, while another man in white kneels at her feet on a white cloth scattered with petals. Brass oil lamps and a brass kalasha-like vessel sit on the red floor; a yellow cloth lies to the left and red curtains hang behind. This appears to be a padapuja or puja at a guru-honouring event.2007-07-29July 29 20072007-07-29A woman in a white sari bends forward on a stage to offer a yellow cloth and a small gold vessel to a seated figure in a saffron-orange robe, wearing a white flower garland and long dark hair. The seated figure sits on an ornately decorated throne draped in thick garlands of white, yellow, orange and pink flowers. A man in white with an orange shawl stands behind the offering, and a microphone on a stand is at the front. A dark curtain forms the backdrop. The scene appears to be a paada pooja, with devotees offering respect at a seat of honour.2007-07-29