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A photograph of a devotional greeting at night. A figure seated on a white-cushioned seat at right wears a white turban and white robe with a gold-bordered shawl, and has long dark hair; a garland of white flowers with red and blue ribbon-like sections hangs from his seat. He reaches toward a steel bowl of flower petals held by a man in a white shirt, while a man in a white shirt with a red-and-gold shawl leans forward with cupped hands receiving petals. Other men in white shirts and glasses stand around, and a man in a striped blue shirt stands at left. A dark background with a decorated banner at left.

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A night-time photograph of a seated figure in a white dhoti and white turban with gold-bordered shawl, long dark hair, receiving devotion. A standing devotee in a grey shirt bows his head forward, hands pressed together in namaskar, while the seated figure's right hand rests on his head and the figure holds a steel plate of flower petals. The seated figure is draped with a garland of white jasmine and red flowers with yellow beads, and in front stands a white-clad bearer in a white shirt with a red and gold shawl. Other men in white shirts and dark-framed glasses stand around, with more people in the background and a striped decorative banner on a pillar at left. Shawl and garland details suggest a blessing given at a gathering, with the setting appearing to be a temporary event space.2005-12-11Photograph at an evening event on a stage with a white draped throne. A long-haired man in white with a white turban, gold-bordered white cloth and a gold chain necklace sits on the white throne, extending his right hand in blessing toward a middle-aged man in a white shirt who kneels on a red carpet with palms pressed together and holds a bundle of pink flowers. Behind them stand a man in white with a beaded garland, another standing figure, and an older man in white at the right. Colourful patterned hangings and string lights decorate the stage. Garlands of white, pink and red flowers lie on the carpet.2005-12-11December 09 20052005-12-09Night outdoor stage event under a white and orange canopy with striped decorative pillars and stage lights. A man seated on a large white cushioned throne wears a white turban, cream and gold-bordered dhoti, and multiple gold-toned necklaces, and smiles while a garland is held near him. Two men in white shirts and white trousers stand behind, one holding a garland of white flowers. In front, a man in a white shirt bends low, touching his head to the feet of the seated figure, while another man in white kneels on the red carpet and assists him with a red flower garland. Several white-clad men and a woman in a sari stand in the background audience area.2005-12-09Night outdoor event under a yellow-edged canopy. A long-haired figure in a white turban and white garment with gold trim, wearing a gold ornate necklace and a garland of white flowers and green limes, reaches out to bless the bowed head of a man in a white shirt and white dhoti with folded hands and glasses. Nearby, a woman in a green sari and a man in white shirts stand with hands folded in respect, and a few other attendees are visible in the background. Stage lights and a colourful banner appear overhead.2005-12-09December 09 20052005-12-09Night outdoor event under a yellow-fringed canopy with a red carpet and scattered petals. A man with a white turban, white dhoti with gold border, gold necklaces and a long rudraksha mala sits smiling on a white throne-like chair. Another man in white kneels and bows his head at the seated figure's feet. A man in white with a red and gold shawl and a red-and-gold sash stands beside them holding papers, and several other men in white stand behind with a microphone stand and speakers in the background. The seated figure shows distinctive visible cues of long hair, ornate gold necklaces, a turban and rudraksha mala, so Swamiji (probable) is shown being honoured at a discourse event.2005-12-09A photograph of a devotee bowing deeply with his head touching the feet of a seated man on a white-draped throne. The seated man wears a white turban, a white dhoti-style garment with a gold border, and a long white flower garland with red accents, and rests his hand on the bowing devotee's head. The devotee wears a white shirt and white trousers, with a wristwatch visible, and is barefoot on a red carpet. Pink and white flower petals are scattered on the cushion. Behind them, a woman in a light green and white sari with a yellow rosette badge and black beaded necklace looks on, and standing men in white garments and rosette badges are in the background under a yellow-trimmed tent canopy.2005-12-11A photograph at night of a devotee meeting with a seated figure on a white throne with cushions. The seated figure wears a white turban, long swept-back dark hair, and a white robe with gold-bordered shawl, and is receiving devotees. Gold-trimmed garlands of white jasmine, red and blue flowers, and yellow-green marigold-like beads lie on the white cloth in front. In the foreground a man in a light blue checked shirt with glasses stands with palms pressed together in greeting, beside a man in a white shirt with a red and gold shawl. A woman in a white sari with gold border smiles, and a man in an orange robe stands behind the throne holding papers. A hand with henna decoration appears at the lower left.2005-12-11Evening outdoor event under lights. A man in white shirt and white trousers kneels and bows his head at the feet of a seated figure on a white upholstered throne-like chair draped with a white cover. The seated figure wears a white turban, long dark hair, a cream and gold-bordered garment, a heavy gold necklace and a large rudraksha mala draped across the lap. A woman in a green and white sari with gold jewellery watches at left, and a man in white stands behind. Marigold-type petals lie on the cloth below and the stage backdrop has a colourful woven pillar and hanging. Seated figure appears to be Swamiji (probable), based on the turban, long hair, gold-bordered garment, gold necklace and rudraksha mala, and is seated in a position of honour receiving devotion.2005-12-09December 09 20052005-12-09Night outdoor event on a stage lit by overhead floodlights. A seated figure in a white turban and white cloth with gold-bordered edges, long dark hair, reaches forward to place a hand on the forehead of a kneeling man in a white shirt with palms pressed together in namaste. Beside them, a man in a white shirt with a red-and-gold sash kneels with folded hands, and another man in white stands watching. On the left, a man in white kneels with hands raised in greeting. Behind them, a standing man in a white shirt and a yellow-and-red striped banner are visible, with a stacked pile of white cushions in the foreground. The moment resembles a blessing or darshan exchange. Four people are visible.2005-12-09