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A seated man in orange robes and an orange head wrap, wearing a white floral garland and a rudraksha-style necklace, places his right palm on the head of a kneeling man in white clothes with his hands folded in greeting. Behind them, several women in white, yellow and orange saris and scarves stand or sit, some with hands raised, and a white electric fan stands at right beside a small table with a floral arrangement. Yellow petals are scattered on the floor and a small brass-like dish of offerings sits in front. The scene looks like a blessing or initiation moment in an indoor hall.

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2002 - Glimpses From Various Programs +2 copiesA photograph of an indoor gathering where a bare-chested man in a saffron-yellow turban and saffron-yellow shawl, with a white flower garland around his neck, places his hand on the head of a kneeling man in a white shirt and white trousers. Both men's heads look sprinkled with petals or flower matter. Behind them, several women in white and light sarees and salwar kameez sit or stand with hands joined, some smiling. A floral-upholstered armchair sits at right beside a microphone stand and a vase of flowers, and a rotating fan and striped bedding are visible in the background. +1 copiesA photograph of an initiation-style blessing. A man in a saffron-orange turban, orange robe and white garland, bare-chested with a rudraksha-style red and white flower garland, places his right hand on the crown of a kneeling man in white kurta with palms joined in namaskar. Yellow rice or turmeric grains are scattered on the kneeler's hair. Behind them, devotees in white clothes stand, a woman in white sari with red bindi and a woman in pink-and-white sari look on, and a plate of red petals is held at left. A chair with floral upholstery and a vase of white roses and red flowers stand at right.A photograph of a seated man in a saffron-orange robe and saffron turban, wearing a white and orange flower garland, placing his right hand on the head of a kneeling man in white shirt and trousers whose palms are pressed together in namaskar. Behind them stand several people in white clothes, one holding a metal bowl of red powder, and two women in white saris with dark beaded necklaces. Flower arrangements with white roses and red blooms sit on the right beside a floral-upholstered chair, and petals lie on the floor. The scene resembles a blessing or initiation moment.2002 - Glimpses From Various Programs +1 copiesA photograph of an indoor devotional gathering. A bare-chested man in saffron-orange robes and a saffron turban, wearing white jasmine and red-and-green floral garlands, sits on a floral-upholstered chair and places his hand on the head of a grey-haired man in a white shirt who bows before him. Behind them, several women in white and yellow saris stand with hands pressed together, and a seated man in light clothing with a vibhuti mark on his forehead watches. A round green table with a flower arrangement and a standing fan are visible at right.May 26 2002 - ASP, Bangalore, India2002-05-26A photograph of a seated man in saffron-orange robes and a matching orange turban, draped with white and cream flower garlands and a small green-leaved bouquet, placing his hands on the head of a young man kneeling before him. The kneeling man wears white clothes and a rudraksha-style bead necklace. Behind them, a small silver bowl holds red and white flower petals, and a woman in white sits with hands together, while people in white and yellow stand with palms pressed together. Flower petals are scattered on the floor, and a white electric fan and a green table with flowers stand at the right. a person is the saffron-robed figure giving blessings, shown in person, with a rudraksha mala and garland; the page did not identify him, so this label is appearance-based only. Visible people: about six to eight.A photograph of a seated man in a saffron-orange dhoti and matching shawl with a saffron turban and white flower garlands, bare-chested, smiling as he places his right palm on the head of a kneeling man in a white shirt and white trousers. The seated figure wears a red-and-green flower garland and a white jasmine garland, and sits in an ornate floral-upholstered chair beside a glass table with a flower arrangement and a microphone. Behind them, women in white and yellow saris and men in white clothing stand with hands pressed together. A kneeling man with white vibhuti marks on his forehead and a woman in white with a rudraksha mala watch the blessing. A standing fan and floral decoration appear in the background.2002-05-12A photograph of a seated man in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban, with a white jasmine garland and a green leaf adornment, placing his right hand on the head of a kneeling man in a white shirt and glasses who has a red tilak mark on his forehead. The bare-chested figure in orange sits on a cushioned chair, with white flower petals scattered on the floor. Behind them, several people in white, yellow and patterned clothes stand with hands raised and folded, and an electric fan and a green table are visible at the right. The scene suggests a blessing exchange in a devotional gathering. Visible people: about six.A seated figure in a saffron-orange turban and orange robe, with a garland of white jasmine, green leaves and red flowers, places his hand on the head of a kneeling man in white clothes and a rudraksha mala. Behind them stand several people in white, one holding a metal bowl, and a white-clad woman sits near a flower-covered cushion. A pedestal fan is visible at the upper right.2002 - Glimpses From Various Programs