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A framed portrait of a man in saffron-orange robes and a white beaded necklace sits on a gold-ornate throne-style seat with a red cushion, garlanded with orange, white and green flower strands. The portrait shows him seated in front of a large tree trunk, one hand raised. In front of the altar, a bald man in white ritual clothing with a red-bordered shawl kneels or sits with his back to the camera, while several people in white, teal, yellow and red clothes kneel or bend toward the shrine in devotion. The dark blue curtain backdrop frames the scene in a temple-like hall.

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January 01 20112011-01-01A devotional scene before a golden framed portrait of a smiling figure in saffron-orange robes and a white bead necklace, seated in meditation with raised hand beneath a banyan-like tree, flanked by floral garlands in orange and white. Below it, a bald man in white ritual dhoti and shawl with a maroon border waves a lit oil lamp toward the portrait. Four people kneel on a dark floor before the golden throne-like altar: a girl in a grey top and white skirt with hair in a braid, a small girl in white, a boy in a red shirt, and a woman in a white sari with yellow border, all with hands joined in prayer. Dark blue draped curtains form the backdrop.2011-01-01Four women sit cross-legged on an orange and patterned floor before a gilded throne-like stand draped in red cushions and ornate gold carving. On the stand sits a framed photograph of a smiling man with long dark hair, wearing an orange robe, a white beaded necklace and raising one hand in blessing, garlanded with orange and white flower strands. The women wear white and cream saris and a green-and-white dress, and they sit with hands folded in prayer and palms joined, facing the portrait. Behind them is a painted temple backdrop with pillars and deity imagery, and a small shrine sits to the right.2011-01-17A photograph of a devotional gathering in front of a gilded golden throne with red cushions and an orange cloth draped over the armrest. Above it hangs a framed portrait decorated with marigold garlands in orange and yellow with red and green accents; the portrait shows a seated figure in orange robes with a long beaded necklace, labelled with a printed caption. Several people kneel or sit on the floor facing the throne: a bald man in white dhoti with sacred markings on his forehead stands at left holding offerings, a woman in a grey sari with white border and a girl in orange sit near the front, a girl in yellow and a boy in a red plaid shirt press palms together in namaste, and a small girl in white stands at right. Brass plates with offerings and incense sticks lie on the floor. A projection screen and dark drape form the backdrop.2011-01-01November 19 20092009-11-19August 27 20082008-08-27 +1 copies2009-June LBE-GlimpsesA seated man in saffron-orange robes, an orange turban, long beaded necklaces and gold bangles sits on an ornate gold throne with a deep red velvet cushion, smiling as devotees kneel before him. Several women in sarees kneel or sit on the floor at left and centre; one presses her palms together in anjali. Oil lamps and a brass vessel rest on the floor. A large backdrop behind the throne shows a saffron-robed figure. Padapuja-style devotion is in progress.2011-11-26A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne in front of a painted backdrop of red and yellow trees and a hand gesture. The seated figure wears an orange turban, orange saffron-coloured robe draped over the shoulders, a white dhoti beneath, a long gold-beaded necklace, and gold armbands; a garland of marigolds and red flowers hangs over the throne arms. Six people sit on the floor before the throne in front: a woman in a green saree, a man in a white shirt, a young boy in white, a woman in a teal-green top, a woman in a blue saree, and a bearded man in a white kurta and black head covering, several with hands folded or touching the throne's base. A brass plate with oil lamps and a small red basket sit on the side tables. Swamiji (probable) is the seated figure: orange turban and saffron robe with gold necklace, seated in the throne's centre as the devotees attend him.2011-09-15January 01 20112011-01-01A seated man in an orange saffron robe and long rudraksha mala sits with hands folded in a gold and red throne with carved gold backrest, eyes closed, against a navy blue curtain. A shaved-headed man in white clothes stands before the throne, while several women in white and yellow or red saris with gold borders kneel and offer flowers or garlands on a gold platform. A brass tray with fruit and small vessels sits on a gold side table at left. a person (appearance-based label): the seated figure shows several cues of the saffron robe, rudraksha mala and throne, but the head is short-haired, so identity is uncertain.2010-10-08A photograph of a seated spiritual teacher on an ornate gold throne (peetha) against a warm orange and red painted backdrop. The central figure wears an orange saffron wrap draped over one shoulder and white dhoti, with a long orange turban, a multi-strand rudraksha-style bead mala and ceremonial gold necklace, and raises one hand in blessing. Marigold and rose garlands hang over the throne arms. Seated before him on the floor are devotees: a woman in a green sari, a child in white, a woman in a dark blue sari, a man in white with a white head covering, and a figure in a white dhoti and shawl, with small oil lamps and offerings in front. The appearance matches the Swamiji (probable) candidate, with orange saffron wrap, turban, rudraksha mala and gold necklace cues, seated on a throne as the teacher giving satsang.2011-09-15