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A padapuja ritual in a decorated room with a red curtain and turquoise bubble backdrop. A man in saffron-orange robes with a rudraksha mala and white pearl necklaces sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, smiling and holding a mala, while his bare feet rest on a brass plate of flowers, kumkum and offerings. Several devotees kneel before him with hands joined in namaste: a young man in a striped blue shirt and orange shawl, a woman in a pink sari, and a young man in white with an orange shawl. a person appears as the seated figure on the throne, with his cues being the saffron robes, pearl and rudraksha necklaces and ornate throne. Other devotees are partly visible in the foreground. A white floor fan stands beside the throne and boxes of offerings sit on either side.

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A seated man in an orange robe and a long rudraksha mala with a gold-toned necklace sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, smiling, with his bare foot extended toward a brass tray of flowers, lamps and offering bowls. Before him, several devotees kneel with palms pressed together in namaste: a young man in a striped blue shirt with an orange shawl, a woman in a pink sari, and a young man in white with an orange shawl. Other people sit in the foreground. A red curtain and a teal backdrop with bubble motifs and pink flowers form the setting. This appears to be a padapuja, with the seated figure being given foot-worship by devotees. a person is the seated figure, identified by the orange robe, rudraksha mala, gold throne and enthroned role.2012-07-21July 21 20122012-07-21 +2 copiesA photograph of a padapuja ceremony in a red-draped hall. A bare-chested man with long dark hair, a white tilak and a red bindi, wearing an orange shawl and layered pearl and rudraksha malas, sits smiling on a gold-framed throne with a tiger-print cushion while devotees wash his feet. Two women in white and orange kneel with hands joined in prayer, one in a white saree with a red mala, another in a white top and orange scarf with bangles. Behind them, two women in orange sit and sing into microphones, and a man in white stands at left. A brass tray with flowers, lamps and offerings is in front of the seat. A mural of religious figures hangs on the wall behind the throne.2012-07-15A seated man in an ornate gold and red throne is receiving padapuja from kneeling devotees in a carpeted hall. He wears orange robes, a long string of white flower garlands, and his hair is worn long and swept back. Several devotees kneel with hands in anjali mudra; a woman in white and a woman in a red sari sit closest, with silver puja plates holding flowers and a small offering placed before his feet.2014-01-11A seated figure on an ornate gilded red throne wears orange and gold robes, layered beaded necklaces, bangles and a red forehead mark, with long dark hair; the figure is a probable Swamiji by appearance cues, with a saffron garment, ceremonial gold necklace and long swept hair. Before the throne, a man in white clothes and a rudraksha mala sits with palms pressed together in namaste, and two women in white kneel or sit with hands folded in prayer. In the foreground a woman in gold clothing and another woman with hair in a bun offer reverence beside gold trays holding flower petals, small metal bowls, kumkum and fruit. Behind is a red velvet drape and a patterned backdrop with gear motifs, with a vase of flowers.2012-09-08July 22 20122012-07-22A photograph inside a satsang hall where a seated figure on an ornate gold-and-red throne wears saffron-orange robes, a long white flower garland and a sweeping dark hairstyle, with a tiger-striped cushion behind him. Seated devotees surround a round gold tray holding brass plates of flowers, fruit and offerings, while a woman in a red sari with a lanyard kneels nearby and a boy in white kneels with a rudraksha mala. Two women in orange shawls sit at the front, a man in a light kurta with hands folded in greeting sits at right, and an older man in an orange shawl sits in the background beside a red curtain and a white-clothed figure. Pandal decor and a wall fan complete the setting. Probable Swamiji candidate: the seated figure on the throne shows saffron robes, a white garland and long swept-back hair, so he is identified only by appearance cues. Puja with offerings and padapuja-style veneration appear to be taking place.2012-07-20A photograph of a padapuja ceremony in a red-draped room. A man seated on an ornate gold-and-red throne wears an orange dhoti and shawl, a rudraksha mala and a white forehead mark; he holds his hands together and his bare feet rest on a gold tray. Devotees sit around the tray: a woman in white with an orange shawl bowing her head, a woman in orange and blue with an orange shawl, a woman in white at the right, and several others in orange clothing with palms pressed together. Trays hold flowers, fruit and brass vessels. Behind the throne are pink flowers, a framed portrait labelled "Paramahamsa Nithyananda", and framed images of saints. A small child stands at the right edge.2012-07-16September 08 20122012-09-08A photograph of a seated man with long dark hair, wearing orange robes and multiple garlands of white, green, and magenta flowers, with hands pressed together in namaskar. He sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne-style seat. Before him, a devotee in a pink polka-dot top and pink-and-white sari blouse offers a plate, while a child in a red headscarf and red-and-white dress stands nearby. Two attendants in orange and white clothing stand at right, one pouring from a silver vessel. Brass and silver ritual vessels sit on a white cloth at the lower foreground, and a room with a window air cooler and stacked books is visible behind. Swamiji (probable): the seated garlanded figure with long hair in orange robes and a red bindi matches the page's description of the event.2009-08-09A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold-and-red throne in front of a dark blue draped curtain. The figure, with long dark hair and wearing an orange saffron wrap, a rudraksha mala and a gold pendant, sits with hands folded in the lap, a person by appearance. In front of the throne, a row of devotees sits on the floor in prayer postures, including a man in a blue shirt, a woman in a white sari, a man in white with folded hands, and women in cream and yellow saris. Small brass bowls of fruit and flowers sit on a gold tray near the throne, and a small projector and water bottle rest on a side table.2011-01-23A padapuja scene in a temple courtyard with red and white striped walls. A man in a long-sleeved saffron robe and rudraksha mala sits on a red and gold throne with his eyes closed and hands folded, feet resting on a gold tray. Around the throne, devotees kneel with folded hands: a woman in a red and orange sari and a man in orange with a white shawl. Silver trays hold pink lotus flowers, red fruits, and small bowls. A seated woman in white plays a small drum-like instrument behind them, and a woman in orange sits nearby. Incense smoke rises. Visible figures include several devotees and bystanders at the bottom edge. A carved deity murti sits in a niche at top right.2010-09-20