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A seated figure in saffron-orange robes with long dark hair and a red and white flower garland sits on a white cloth-covered seat under a thatched shelter. A kneeling man in white clothes and an orange cloth offers something from his hands to the seated figure, who reaches forward to receive it. Several standing people in white dhotis and white saris, some wearing rudraksha malas, watch the exchange; loose flower petals lie on the floor. This appears to be a puja or ritual offering, with the seated figure a probable Swamiji, identified by the saffron robes, long hair, and ceremonial garland; the page indicates Maheshwara Puja at Aadi Kailaasa, Bidadi.

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A seated figure in long saffron-orange robes and a long swept-back dark hair sits on a white-draped low seat, reaching forward to take an object from a kneeling devotee. The devotee wears white clothes with a yellow shawl and a rudraksha mala, kneeling on a red patterned rug over woven mats. Behind them, standing attendants in saffron robes and white dhoti hold malas, and an orange-clad man stands near the right edge. The setting is a plain white-walled hall with a white pillow on the seat.2008-09-30January 12 20072007-01-12A seated figure in long dark hair and saffron-orange robes sits on a white-covered chair draped with an orange cloth, on a red and navy patterned rug. A kneeling woman in white with an orange sash and a long side braid leans forward with folded hands to receive a brown rudraksha mala being offered to her. Standing behind them, several people in orange and white robes and one in yellow-trimmed white look on. The setting is an open hall with a light floor and a green-edged mat.2008-09-30September 30 20082008-09-30September 30 20082008-09-30A long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes sits on a white-covered cushioned seat on a red patterned carpet, extending one hand forward while a man in white kurta and dhoti with an orange shawl kneels before him on a woven mat, holding something in cupped hands. Standing devotees in white and orange garments with rudraksha malas watch from behind in a plain hall. The seated figure's distinctive long hair, saffron clothing and the presence of devotees suggest a Swamiji (probable) receiving an offering or greeting from a devotee, in a satsang or darshan setting.2008-09-30Photograph of a padapuja at a Guru Poornima event. A figure in saffron-orange robes with a white flower garland sits on a decorated throne with a red backdrop, marigold and white flower garlands around it. A man in a white kurta kneels and bows his head to the feet of the seated figure, who rests them on a silver bowl. Behind them, a woman in a white sari with gold border and men in white kurtas, one with an orange shawl, stand watching. A man in white on the right gestures with his hand. Several people are visible, including partially visible ones at the edges.2007-07-29Photograph of a stage event with a long-haired person seated on a golden throne decorated with a floral garland of white, yellow, pink and purple flowers, wearing an orange saffron robe over a red top. The seated figure leans forward to bless or touch a devotee in white kurta and garland kneeling before the throne. A second person in orange robes holds flowers near the throne's base, and seated devotees in orange and white fill the lower foreground. Blue draped backdrop and red curtain frame the stage with a microphone stand visible.2008-01-01A photograph of a Maheshwara Puja at Aadi Kailaasa. A seated figure in long dark hair and an orange robe wears a heavy garland of red roses, white flowers and green leaves, and sits on a white-draped seat in front of a low ledge. Behind him a man in white kurta and orange shawl sits on the floor beside a brass lamp and a plate of offerings, while a standing man in white shirt and trousers carries a tray of marigolds. A woman in white sari stands at the right edge. Several people in white and a ceiling fan are visible in the background.2006-10-12May 21 20062006-05-21A seated man in saffron-orange robes and a pink flower garland receives a ritual from a devotee dressed in white kurta, kneeling before him. The seated figure has long dark hair, a red tilak mark on the forehead, white ash markings on the chest and arms, and gold bangles. Behind them stands a deity murti decorated with a multicolour flower garland and gold ornaments, flanked by orange and gold cloth. In the foreground is a silver-and-gold kalasha or Maha Meru-style sacred vessel ringed with yellow, white and green flower garlands, and a trident stands at right. A man holding a camera stands at the left edge, and a caption at the bottom reads Sri Nithyananda Paramashivam.2006-05-21July 29 20072007-07-29