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A photograph of a homa ritual at night inside a decorated temple tent. A priest in orange-red dhoti and shawl, with a red-orange turban, holds a lit lamp or flame near a square brick fire pit (kund) emitting smoke. A seated woman in a white sari sits beside the altar. Behind them is a decorated deity murti with garlands and a gold arch, flanked by brass trident (trishul) stands and kalasha-like brass vessels. On the right, a seated male figure in an orange-and-white turban and gold garland sits on a maroon-draped peetha, with a plate of offerings before him. Maroon and green cloths hang behind, with plates of flower petals and offerings scattered on the floor. Two people are visible, plus statues.

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