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A seated man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha-style garland sits cross-legged on a raised dais in a temple shrine, with a red vibhuti or kumkum mark on his forehead and hands folded in his lap. Above him is a golden hooded cobra canopy and a large white and red flower garland. Behind him stands a large golden-framed deity murti with multiple arms and a crown, flanked by two standing painted statues in red and green garments with garlands. Brass lamps, kalasha-style vessels and a microphone stand are arranged on the platform in front.

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A seated man in a saffron-orange robe, with long dark hair, a red tilak on his forehead and a gold necklace, sits cross-legged on a raised white-draped dais in front of a golden arched shrine. Behind him stand large painted deity murtis with gold crowns and garlands, a golden throne-backed seat hung with green stones and a red-and-white flower garland is set before him, and a microphone stand stands at his right. Brass oil lamps sit at the lower left and a decorated gold ceremonial vessel at the lower right. Two painted saint or sage statues in red and green robes with garlands flank the scene. Other than the seated man, no physical people are visible.2017-05-22A seated man in saffron-orange robes sits cross-legged on a raised white-cushioned dais beneath a golden serpent-hood canopy at a temple stage. He wears a saffron shawl, a long rudraksha-style mala around his neck, and a red-and-white garland draped over the throne. Behind him stand large golden deity murti statues with ornate jewelled necklaces, floral garlands and crowns, one holding a trident. Flanking statues in red and green robes with garlands stand at each side. Gold-finished arched frames, brass lamps and a microphone stand complete the scene.2017-05-22May 22 20172017-05-22A seated man in a rust-orange robe with a long gold bead necklace sits cross-legged on red cushions in front of a microphone stand, hands folded, eyes closed in a calm expression, with a red-and-orange sash over one shoulder and a vibhuti marking on his forehead. Behind him a gold-framed shrine holds a large golden deity murti adorned with garlands, green gemstone-studded crown and ornaments, and two standing carved figures in the background, one in green and one in purple with flower garlands. Gold lion-motif stands and a brass kalasha-style lamp sit on the floor in front, indicating a temple or ashram setting. Visible people: one seated man. The seated man appears to be a probable Swamiji, with long swept-back hair, orange robe and gold necklace cues present.2017-05-22May 22 20172017-05-22A man seated cross-legged on a cushioned white and blue seat before a microphone stand, speaking to an audience. He wears a saffron-orange robe draped over his shoulders, a long gold chain necklace, a red bindi and a red wristband, and his hair is long and swept back. Behind him stands a large gilded deity murti with a golden crown and garlands of white and red flowers, and a bronze figure in a red robe holding a lamp and wearing a flower garland stands to the right. Ornate gold ritual vessels, oil lamps and a gilded peetha are arranged at the front of the stage. Swamiji (probable) appears in this photo as the seated speaker, identified by the saffron robe, long swept-back hair and gold chain; he is in_person.2017-05-22May 22 20172017-05-22A seated man in an ochre-red sannyasi robe and a long gold necklace sits cross-legged on a raised platform before a temple shrine. Behind him stand large painted deity murtis, a male and a female figure with crowns and jewellery, and garlands of red and white flowers drape over his seat and the statues. Flanking statues in green, red and maroon robes wear garlands. Brass oil lamps and small ornamented shrine figures sit at the base, under stone temple pillars.2017-05-22A man seated cross-legged on a raised stage speaks into a microphone on a stand, his right hand placed on his chest. He wears an orange-saffron robe with a long gold-toned bead necklace and a red tilak mark on his forehead, with a red-and-gold bracelet on his wrist. Behind him is a gold-framed arch with a red curtain, and large painted deity murtis stand in the background, one with a golden multi-hooded naga canopy and trident, others in green and gold attire, all draped with red, yellow and white garlands. Brass lamps and an ornate gold-toned peetha/throne-style seat with flower garlands surround the speaker.2017-05-22May 22 20172017-05-22A seated man in saffron-orange robes and a dark rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold throne in a temple-like shrine. Behind him stands a gold-framed deity murti with a red turban-style crown, holding a trident, adorned with red and gold jewellery and a yellow-and-purple flower garland, flanked by a second figure in red and gold attire. Tall gold lamp stands and red drapes frame the shrine, and a small blue-robed figure appears at right. The man has eyes closed and hands folded in his lap. Appearance-based cues (saffron robe, rudraksha mala, throne seating) suggest a person seated in a ceremonial role during the darshan event.2010-08-05A seated man in an orange-red saffron robe and gold necklace sits on a red cushioned dais before a golden arched shrine, speaking into a microphone on a stand. He wears a rudraksha mala and a vibhuti mark on his forehead, and his long hair is swept back. Behind him stand a deity murti pair in gold and purple garments adorned with red and white garlands and a golden hooded serpent canopy, flanked by two standing deity murtis with garlands. Brass oil lamps and a small offering tray sit at the front. The setting appears to be a temple sanctuary with a discourse in progress. Swamiji (probable) is seated at the centre, identified by the saffron robe, rudraksha mala, and long swept-back hair.2017-05-22