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A ceremonial puja on a stage before a large floral arch of concentric rainbow bands of marigold and white flowers. A seated figure in orange-saffron robes, with a long beard, rudraksha mala and multiple garlands, sits on a gold throne draped with red cushions, receiving offerings. Two men in white dhotis with gold borders and necklaces stand at left, a bare-chested attendant with a sacred thread and a bearded man in a grey kurta assist beside the throne. A woman with long dreadlocked hair wears an orange-saffron dhoti and bead bangles, while others in red and saffron saris stand nearby. Offerings of fruit, flowers and a flower-decked seat fill the foreground, and a gold umbrella canopy and a dark deity murti appear above.

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A photograph of a ceremonial event on a stage with a large throne backdrop covered in concentric rings of red, yellow, orange, green and white flowers. A bearded man in orange-saffron robes with a pink and white flower garland sits on a gold throne, holding a fruit in one hand. A man in a red kurta bends low to touch or honour his bare feet, which rest on a cushion strewn with red and white flower garlands and petals. Nearby, a bare-chested man with long dreadlocked hair wears an orange-yellow dhoti and rudraksha beads. Men in white dhotis with gold borders stand behind, one holding a golden trident, and a woman in a maroon sari stands at the right. A golden lion-head armrest and a fruit offering tray are visible. The sitting man has bearded appearance and orange robes consistent with the a person cues, seated in the role of guru receiving honour during an Avatar Day celebration.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23A photograph of a ceremonial stage honouring a seated bearded man in saffron-orange robes, wearing a long white and pink flower garland and a small red-and-white floral arrangement at his feet. He sits on a gold-trimmed throne cushioned with red pillows, before a large arch of marigolds and roses in red, yellow, white and green. On the left, a man in white dhoti with gold border and a bare-chested man in saffron cloth hold a trident-topped ornament and offer flowers. On the right, a woman with long dreadlocks and a rudraksha mala in an orange sari and a second woman in an orange sari stand attentively, and more people are behind them. a person is identified by the honoured seated figure with the ornate garland and throne, though his face and appearance are not distinct enough to confirm identity. Visible people: about six.2016-12-23A photograph of a ceremonial padapuja on a stage. A bearded man with long dark hair, wearing a rust-orange robe and a pink-and-white flower garland, sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) backed by a large arch of red, yellow, white and green marigold garlands with a deity murti above. Devotees in orange and rust robes kneel and bend, one washing or offering flowers at his feet, while a woman in orange holds a brass vessel and another in orange supports the scene. On the left, a man in white dhoti and shawl gestures with an outstretched hand, and a bearded man in white dhoti stands beside him. Women in orange and pink saris stand to the right, and a golden lion-head armrest is visible on the throne. Trident-shaped brass ornaments and a red cushion complete the setting.2016-12-23A photograph of a ceremony on a stage in front of a large floral backdrop of concentric arcs in red, yellow, green, white and purple marigold and rose garlands. A bearded man with long dark hair wears an orange-brown robe, a pink-and-green garland and a rudraksha-style necklace while seated on a golden throne draped with a tiger-skin cover. Standing and bowing before him are a bald man in a red kurta, a bare-chested man in white dhoti with beaded necklaces, and a man in white dhoti bending forward. Women in pink, red and magenta sarees and a girl in a pink dress stand nearby, one holding a brass offering plate with fruit. Fruit offerings are held by several attendees. a person is seated on the throne, shown by his ceremonial throne setting, orange robe, and garlands, in the central role of the honoured guest receiving devotees.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23A stage ceremony at a celebration. A man with long dark hair, a saffron-orange garment and beaded malas sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) framed by a large floral backdrop of red, yellow, green and white flower garlands, with a golden parasol above. Several people surround him: a bearded man in a white dhoti with gold border and a rudraksha mala, a man in a red kurta, a man in white with gold-bordered cloth offering a garland, and women in pink and red saris, one with hands folded in greeting. A dark deity murti stands behind the throne. The occasion is the 40th Avatardinotsava celebration, and the seated man is a probable Swamiji based on his long hair, saffron clothing and rudraksha malas. Printed credit overlay reads 'Sri Nithyananda Paramashivam, '2016-12-23A photograph of a ceremonial celebration in a decorated hall. A seated man in a saffron-orange robe and a long rudraksha mala with a pink and orange flower garland sits on a red-cushioned throne backed by a large floral arch of red, white, yellow, green and purple blooms. A golden trident and golden lion-head ornaments flank the seat. Around him, people in white and orange-red clothes sit and stand, including a woman in a red sari with a red shawl and women in orange-red saris, while a man in white holds a fruit near the throne. Swamiji (probable) is identified by long hair, saffron robe, rudraksha mala and ceremonial throne setting, presented as the honoured guest at the Avatardinotsava celebration.2016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23December 23 20162016-12-23A photograph of a ceremonial event on a stage before a large floral backdrop arranged in concentric bands of red, yellow, green, white and purple flowers. A bearded man in an orange-brown robe with a red-and-pink flower garland sits on a throne with a tiger-skin covering and red cushions, eyes closed and smiling. A man in a white dhoti and shirt stands before him placing a garland, and another man in a red kurta stands at left beside a figure in white holding an offering. A young girl in a pink sari at right holds a fruit, and a woman in white at the edge holds a plate. Gold and red decorative elements surround the throne. This looks like a felicitation or abhishekam-style honouring ceremony, with the seated figure matching the page's a person claim only as a probable appearance-based candidate.2016-12-23