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Photograph of a crowded initiation event on a stage draped with white and peach fabric and gold pillars. A man in white kurta with a red-beaded necklace stands at left with hands folded. Seated centrally on a white throne-like seat is a figure with long dark hair, an orange turban, and an orange and gold-bordered garment; the figure appears to be a candidate for a person and is seated as a teacher receiving devotees. A woman in a blue sari bows before the seat, and a woman in an orange shawl stands at lower left. Devotees in white shirts and checked clothing crowd the red-carpeted floor, and a video camera on a tripod stands at right. Around 30 people are visible.

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October 28 - 1 November 2004 - Mass Living Enlightenment Initiations in TiruvannamalaiPhotograph of a seated figure in an orange-saffron robe and matching orange turban on a white-draped throne-like seat on a red carpet, with a man in white kurta standing at left holding a tray. Several devotees kneel and bow with folded hands in front of the seat, including a man in a checked shirt and a woman in a red sari. Other participants in white kurtas and shirts, a child, and a woman in a blue sari sit around the platform. A video camera on a tripod stands at the top center beside the red carpet.A photograph of a ceremonial event in a large hall with white draped ceilings. Around him stand attendants in white dhotis and shawls, one holding a silver trident staff, and a woman in a blue sari near the front. A man in a white dhoti and gold necklace stands beside the throne, and a row of devotees in colourful saris and shawls lines the foreground on a striped rug. Cameras are visible in the background.2016-12-19February 14 2009 -Kalpataru Convention at Chennai Tamilnadu2009-02-14December 18 20162016-12-18July 12 20092009-07-12A photograph of an indoor stage with dark red velvet drapes behind a seated central figure on a white-covered raised platform. The central figure wears saffron-orange robes, a white and orange garland, and sits with hands in front. A man in an orange robe sits on the lower step at left. Around the platform, several people in white clothing and white dhotis stand and sit, some with palms pressed together in prayer. A woman in white and a woman in a saffron-orange shawl attend near the throne. A woman in a blue salwar kameez stands at right beside a microphone stand. A white fan lies at left. The scene suggests a darshan or healing session.2008-06-22Night outdoor event on a stage with a black backdrop. A figure in an orange-saffron turban and saffron robe sits on a white throne-like chair draped with white jasmine garlands and red roses. Crowd members in white shirts, white dhotis and white saris press toward the stage, some reaching out. On the right, a man in white with an orange shawl operates a video camera on a tripod. A large white panel stands at left.2008-07-27July 12 20092009-07-12A photograph of a Gurupoornima celebration with a long-haired figure seated on an ornate gold throne decorated with floral garlands and marigold strands. Around the throne, devotees in white and orange clothes stand close; a bald elderly man in orange robes bends toward the seated figure, a younger man in white with an orange shawl stands at the left, and a young woman in a brown kurta stands with palms pressed together at the right. A man in white holds a small object near the throne base. Five or more physical people are visible.2008-07-17A photograph of a ceremonial stage with a gilded throne seat draped in red cushions and a garland of red flowers. A person in saffron-orange robes with long braided hair and a red tilak sits on the throne, bare feet resting on a red cushion, with a rudraksha-style mala visible. Around him, devotees in white shirts and white dhotis or cream-bordered saris stand and raise hands in blessing or offering gestures. Another saffron-robed person stands at right. Pink and red drapery forms the backdrop, with purple and red flower arrangements in the foreground. a person is seated on the throne, shown in orange robes, long braids and a mala, being honoured by devotees.2009-08-06July 12 20092009-07-12