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A seated figure in an orange-red turban and saffron-orange shawl sits on an ornate gold-and-brown throne with carved gold armrests, a gold staff with a jewelled top standing beside it. A devotee in white clothes with a white head cloth bows forward while the seated figure places a hand on his head. Around them, several men in white dhotis and shirts, some with white head bands and red-orange shawls, stand or kneel on a cream floor with orange cloths spread out. The setting is a hall with a gold-toned backdrop.

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A photograph inside a hall with a red-and-gold throne in the foreground. A seated figure wearing a red-orange turban, orange shawl and gold earrings has both hands raised to the head of a devotee who kneels before them. The devotee wears white with gold borders and a red mala. Around them, several people in white dhotis and white shirts stand, some with white headbands, some wearing rudraksha malas and lanyard passes. A gold-topped staff rises at the left edge. The seated figure shows a distinctive turban, orange shawl and ornate gold-trimmed throne, which are visible appearance cues, so the in-person candidate is treated as a person. Several dozen people are visible in the room.2015-09-05September 05 20152015-09-05A seated figure in an ornate gold-and-brown throne, wearing a deep red-orange turban and saffron-red garment with gold border, is bare-shouldered and wears a rudraksha mala, with a gold bangle and gold earring; the figure's hand rests on a devotee's head. Standing devotees in white clothes with white head bands surround the throne, a woman in red saree and mala stands behind it, and a boy in white shirt wears an ID badge. A gold pole stands in the foreground in a hall with framed pictures on the wall. Appearance matches the page's Swamiji candidate with several cues (turban, saffron clothing, rudraksha mala, bare shoulders) seated on a throne giving blessings, so it is labelled probable.2015-09-05September 05 20152015-09-05A photograph of a large indoor hall during a diksha ceremony. In the foreground, a seated figure on a gold-carved throne wears an orange-red turban and a red-orange shawl, seen from behind. A devotee in white dhoti and shirt, wearing a rudraksha mala and a white headband, bows his head while a hand in white clothing rests on his head. Nearby, people in white dhotis and shirts stand and sit, a golden staff stands at left, and rows of seated devotees fill the background. A ceiling fan stands at left.2015-09-05A photograph inside a hall with gold-carved ornate furniture. In the foreground, a figure in a rust-orange turban and orange-and-gold sari sits on a gilded golden throne with lion-carved armrests, bare feet resting on a red cushion, with one hand raised toward a devotee. Several men in white dhotis and white shirts with gold borders stand around, some wearing white head cloths and red-brown rudraksha garlands. One man in white bows his head and holds his hands together in prayer while a man beside him places a hand on his head in blessing. A brass staff stands in the left foreground, and a shaved-headed attendant in an orange-brown shawl stands behind. Framed pictures and a golden deity figure appear on the wall behind.2015-09-05A photograph of a diksha ceremony in a hall with gold-and-white decor. A seated figure in a rust-orange turban, orange-and-gold garment and jewelled necklace rests a hand on the head of a devotee who kneels in a white shirt and dhoti, eyes covered by a white cloth band. Behind them, several men in white dhotis with white head-bands and red-and-gold shawls stand waiting, and a figure in a red shawl touches another devotee's head. A tall gold-finialed staff stands to the left and a golden lion-armed throne fills the right. The seated figure has distinctive orange turban and ornate jewelled adornment; the appearance cues are partial, so the identity is uncertain. Dozens of people are visible in the background.2015-09-05December 11 20122012-12-11September 05 20152015-09-05A seated figure in a golden lion-armrest throne with a deep red-orange turban and a saffron-and-gold wrap draped over the shoulder and arm, wearing gold bangles and earrings and a beaded necklace. Standing white-clad devotees in white dhotis and shawls, some with red garlands, bow or stand with hands folded in a ritual gathering. One devotee leans forward to touch the seated figure's head in blessing. A gilded pillar and a gold-carved chair frame the scene. The figure's identity is not established by appearance alone, so no name is given.2015-09-05A seated figure in rust-orange robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate gold-carved throne with lion-headed armrests and a brown leather back, a folded orange cloth draped over the arm. A standing attendant in orange and a rudraksha mala stands beside, holding a black pot or kalasha-like object while the seated figure's hand rests on it. Around them white-clad devotees with white headbands stand in a hall with gold-framed pictures on the wall, many participants wearing blue-and-white saris and white dhotis. The scene suggests a Shiva diksha ritual.2015-09-05April 03 20172017-04-03