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A photograph of a ceremonial gathering at a hall with a golden trident and gold-ornate throne-like chair. A man in an orange-red shawl and turban sits on the throne, extending his hand toward a woman in a blue sari with an orange-red garland who holds a tray, while a bearded man in white dhoti and rudraksha mala stands behind, and a man in white shirt and glasses holds a small framed picture. A large screen behind shows devotees. Several seated attendees are visible in the foreground. a person: the seated figure wears an orange-red shawl, a turban and ornate gold-trimmed seating, with a golden trident beside him.

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December 06 20162016-12-06A seated figure in a saffron-orange shawl and dark head covering sits on an ornate golden throne with carved gold filigree, gesturing with one hand in a ceremonial setting. A large gold trident stands beside the throne. Around them, a white-shirted man with glasses leans forward holding a small plate, and a bearded man in white dhoti wears rudraksha malas and a gold chain. Several devotees sit in white and colourful saris and kurtas in a hall with red drapes and a large screen behind showing a crowd. A short pole microphone stands in front of the throne. A visible overlay on the screen shows crowd footage; the image appears to show a darshan and initiation at a convention.2016-12-05A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne with carved lion-head armrests, in a hall with a large screen behind showing a crowd. The seated man wears an orange-saffron shawl over a dark red-orange garment, has long dark hair and a full beard, and holds a white cup while extending his hand toward a woman. A tall gold trident stands beside the throne. On the left, a woman in a teal-green sari with a red blouse and rudraksha-style beaded necklace holds a microphone, and another woman in a green-and-gold sari with a red blouse bends over a small table draped in gold cloth with a tray. On the right, a woman in a blue sari with a beaded red necklace stands near the throne. Audience members in white and colourful clothes sit below. Several people are visible in the foreground and background, including the person in the foreground at lower right.2016-12-05 +1 copiesAugust 05 20162016-08-05 +1 copiesA photograph from a Sadashivoham convention hall with a red-and-white backdrop, a large screen showing crowd footage, and a golden trident standing beside a golden throne. Seated on the ornate gold throne with carved lion heads is a figure in saffron-orange robes with a dark head covering and a white cup in hand, reaching out his other arm; the appearance is uncertain. Before him, a man with white hair in a light peach-coloured kurta leans forward holding a handheld microphone, while a young woman in a green sari with a red blouse stands behind him. Seated devotees in white and colourful clothes fill the foreground, one wearing a rudraksha mala, and the people around the throne appear to be receiving blessings or initiation.2016-12-05May 09th 20162016-05-09May 09th 20162016-05-09Indoor ceremony at a hall with a large screen behind a gilded golden throne. A seated figure in a saffron-orange shawl and dark head wrap, wearing a ceremonial necklace, holds one hand out toward a man in a white shirt who offers a tray or plate. A tall golden trident stands beside the throne. Nearby, a man in white dhoti with a rudraksha mala assists, and a woman in a green sari with red blouse and beaded necklaces watches. Seated devotees fill the foreground, and the screen shows a crowd. a person: the seated figure wears saffron shawl, head wrap and ornate gold throne cues, and is the central presider in this darshan-type setting.2016-12-05Indoor festival hall decorated with hanging colourful paper lanterns and small oil lamps under a white tent ceiling. A man with long swept-back hair, orange saffron robe, leopard-print cloth, and long rudraksha mala sits on a brown leather throne with gold lion-head armrests, smiling as an elderly man in white bends forward to offer him a tray with a small figure. Nearby, a woman in a gold-bordered sari and a woman in a pink top and gold jewellery hold similar offering trays. A standing man in white dhoti with orange-gold border and rudraksha mala watches. A woman in a gold sari with rudraksha mala stands at left holding a small deity figure. Large screens behind show the seated figure, and devotees sit on red mats in the background. Probable Swamiji candidate matches seated throne figure with saffron robe, long hair and rudraksha mala.2016-12-12April 30 20162016-04-30A photograph of a padapuja ceremony in a hall with a large ornate gold throne (peetha) at centre. A man with long dark hair, wearing a blue shawl and blue garment, a multi-strand beaded necklace and gold armlets, sits on the throne with his hands folded; the outfit and hair match the appearance-based Swamiji cues, so he is a probable Swamiji. Before him, several devotees sit on the floor: a shaved-headed priest in white dhoti and shawl with red-tinted marks, and women in cream and beige saris, one holding a small glass. Orange drapes hang behind the throne, with garlands in pink, white and green, brass oil lamps and silver plates with offerings at the sides.2011-02-13December 18 20162016-12-18