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A photograph of a birthday celebration at a temple-style hall. A smiling man seated on a gold-decorated throne wears a pink and gold turban, an ornate gold necklace, a rudraksha mala and a white shawl over a saffron-coloured garment, with a large floral arch of yellow, purple and red garlands behind him. A white-clad devotee in a white shirt and dhoti leans forward to place a woven basket of offerings in front of him, while a woman in a white sari with a pink border holds a large basket of flower-covered offerings at left. Marigold petals are scattered on the golden stand, and brass lamps stand at right. The seated man is an appearance-based probable Swamiji, with the turban, gold necklace and saffron clothing as cues.

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January 06 20132013-01-06January 06 20132013-01-06January 06 20132013-01-06A seated figure in saffron-orange robes with a pink and gold turban-style headwear sits on a golden throne framed by a large floral backdrop of yellow marigolds, red, purple and white flowers. A man in white kurta and dhoti pours yellow flower petals from a woven basket onto a heap of marigolds at the figure's feet. Several women in white and cream sarees with gold borders stand to the left, one in pink and gold. A golden ornamental lamp stand and metal vessels are visible on the right within a temple-like hall. The seated figure is adorned with garlands and beaded necklaces.2013-01-06A photograph of a ritual offering at a temple-style shrine. A man in white dhoti and shirt bends forward, pouring yellow marigold flowers from a woven basket onto a decorated seated figure at the centre. The seated figure wears a pink turban, a gold-trimmed garland and a beaded necklace, and is framed by a large arc of red, yellow, white and purple flower garlands with a gold canopy behind. Women in white and cream saris stand to the left, holding baskets of marigolds. Brass oil lamps stand on the right beside a blue plastic chair, and a red floor carpet lies at the bottom. The a person candidate is not clearly identifiable from appearance alone.2013-01-06A ceremonial photograph on a flower-decorated stage with a golden throne draped in marigold and multicolour garlands. A young man in white dhoti and shawl sits on the throne smiling, wearing a long white and red flower garland and a gold necklace, while a woman in an orange and blue silk saree holds a woven basket of petals toward him. A man in white kurta assists beside the throne, and a bare-footed attendant stands nearby. On the right, a figure in saffron-orange robes with a grey beard and dark swept-back hair stands with folded hands, a person by appearance cues of saffron clothing and long hair. A golden kalasha-style ornament and a gold lion-shaped base flank the throne, with a heap of yellow marigolds at its foot.2010-01-01A photo of a ceremonial flower-offering scene in an indoor hall. A seated figure in white and saffron-coloured clothing wears a pink-and-gold turban and multiple garlands, sitting before a large curved backdrop of marigold and rose garlands. In front of the figure, a heap of yellow and red flowers is poured from woven baskets by two men in white dhotis and a woman in a white sari. A man on the left, with white dhoti and tilak, gestures with his hands. Golden thrones, brass lamps and a painted temple backdrop surround the scene.2013-01-06January 06 20132013-01-06January 06 20132013-01-06A photograph of a seated figure on a golden throne decorated with a large arch of marigold garlands in yellow, purple, red and green. The central figure wears a pink and gold turban, a gold ceremonial necklace, a red and white flower garland and an orange cloth under white robes, holding flowers. Around the throne, several women in white and cream saris hold baskets of yellow marigold petals, and a man in white kurta stands at right holding a woven bamboo tray. Yellow marigolds are heaped at the throne's base, and a carved temple pillar stands behind them. A seated figure is visible, but the appearance is not clearly established for an identification.2013-01-06January 06 20132013-01-06A photograph of a seated figure on a gold-framed throne beneath a tall arch of marigolds in red, yellow, white and purple. The seated person wears a pink head wrap, a white dhoti and a garland of beads and flowers. A man in white clothing pours flowers from a woven basket onto a large heap of pink and yellow petals on the floor. On the left, women in white saris and one in a purple sari hold baskets of rose petals. A brass lamp stands on the right beside a gold throne with red cushions. The setting is a hall with carved stone pillars and green foliage visible through an open side.2013-01-06