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A temple puja in progress before a large seated deity murti draped in red and yellow silks, adorned with garlands of red, orange, yellow and purple flowers and a golden crown. In front, a woman in an orange-brown sari with a gold border and a rudraksha mala holds a lamp and a bell, performing aarti. A golden kalasha and ceremonial staff stand in the foreground. To the right, a standing statue of a guru in an orange robe, rudraksha malas and a leopard-print garment, hand raised in blessing, is framed by green drapery and flower garlands. An older man in saffron robes sits at the left edge.

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A photograph of a temple shrine during a puja. On the left, a person in an orange-brown dhoti and shawl with a gold necklace holds a lit oil lamp or aarti flame beside a brass lamp stand. In the centre sits a seated deity murti in a red and gold garment, crowned and holding a tall gold staff, garlanded with red, yellow and green flower garlands. On the right, a standing statue of a saint with long dark hair, a rudraksha mala and orange-brown robe stands within a gold arch draped in green fabric. A gold throne-like seat and a white cloth-covered table sit in front, with brass vessels and flower garlands in the foreground.2013-04-14A temple shrine with a seated golden deity murti draped in a red and yellow silk garment, decorated with multicoloured flower garlands and a crown, holding a staff. Beside it, a standing statue of a bare-chested figure with long dark hair, a leopard-print cloth, rudraksha mala and gold ornaments, stands in a gold-framed niche with a green backdrop and garlands. A woman in a rust-brown sari with a rudraksha mala performs an aarti or puja with a lamp near the murti. Two saffron-robed men sit at the left, one with a rudraksha mala, with brass oil lamps, flower petals and offering plates on the floor. A tall brass oil lamp stands in the foreground beside a gold-decorated peetha with a white cloth.2013-04-14December 14 20162016-12-14A devotee in saffron-orange cloth with a red garland and gold bangle stands at left, holding a lit oil lamp flame toward a large ornate statue seated on a gold throne. The statue wears a brown robe, a leopard-print shawl, layered gold and beaded necklaces, a maroon turban, and is draped with a dense arrangement of red, orange, purple, yellow and white garlands. A green cloth is wrapped below the figure on the throne. The setting is an outdoor covered area with red and white steps, plants and a hanging decorative tassel. The statue is a depiction, not a living person, and the devotee's identity is not established by appearance.2015-01-04A photograph of a temple ritual in a covered open-air mandapa with red curtains and a tiled roof. A devotee in a red garment and orange-beaded garland, holding a lit flame, stands before a seated deity murti in red and gold dress with a tall crown, adorned with large multicolour marigold and rose garlands. Another priest in white dhoti and orange shawl stands behind, and a brass oil lamp rests in the foreground beside a small offering plate. A red-clad figure with a garland sits near the base of the image. Appears to be an aarti or puja before the murti.2010-12-22A temple interior photograph showing a golden deity murti seated on a throne, draped in red and gold silk and heavily garlanded with yellow, orange and red flower strings. On the left, a man in a red turban and red garment wearing a flower garland stands holding a lit lamp and offerings, with smoke rising behind him. Brass oil lamps with lit flames sit in the foreground, and a white-clad figure is partly visible at the lower edge. Wooden ceiling beams and carved wall details frame the shrine.2016-12-14A long-haired person in a rust-red wrap and orange-gold garment stands at left, holding a ceremonial silver vessel toward a golden deity murti of a seated couple with crowns, gold armour and a red cloth backdrop. The murti is garlanded with multicoloured flower strands and a black shivalinga-shaped base rests before it with leafy offerings. Several attendants in orange and red robes and turbans stand alongside, and a tall golden lamp stand is at right. Setting is a temple interior with carved stone pillars and a gold-painted arch.2015-01-13February 19 20152015-02-19 +1 copiesNovember 30 20142014-11-30A shaved-headed priest in an orange-brown dhoti and shawl stands with his back to the camera, raising a lit brass aarti lamp toward a decorated altar. On the right, two deity murtis (Shiva and Parvati-form figures) are dressed in orange silk and heavily garlanded with yellow, white and pink flowers, with a golden arched backdrop. On the left, a golden peetha throne with a tiger-skin cloth and lion-shaped supports holds a printed portrait labelled with a painted figure in saffron robes wearing a rudraksha mala and a golden umbrella canopy above. Red velvet drapes fill the background. The priest is performing aarti in a temple-style stage setting.2015-11-18July 22 20132013-07-22A photograph inside a temple sanctum of a gold deity murti of a seated figure and a standing consort, both draped in dense garlands of yellow, green, red, pink and purple flowers. In the foreground a man in a maroon dhoti and sash, with a rudraksha mala and gold bangles, stands with hands at the garlanded altar. To the left, a bare-chested priest with white vibhuti marks holds a silver tray and lamp, with another attendant behind him. Gold pillars and carved stone surround the shrine, and a silver linga-shaped object sits before the garlands.2013-07-22