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A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate silver throne framed by an arch of red, white, yellow and purple flower garlands, with a glowing amber backdrop. The seated man wears a saffron-gold crown, a dark red-brown wrap, a long red-and-white garland and a gold ceremonial necklace, with a rudraksha-style mala. Several rows of seated devotees in white and pastel saris and dhotis, some with braided hair and one in a purple top, face the throne in the foreground. a person is seated on the throne as the honoured figure, with an oil lamp-style offering tray and flowers before the dais.

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January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09A photograph of a stage event with a seated man on an ornate silver throne (peetha) framed by a large arch of flower garlands in yellow, white, purple, red and green stripes, with peacock-feather decorations at the top corners. The seated figure wears a golden crown, a long red-and-white flower garland, and a gold-and-red ceremonial garment, with a rudraksha-style necklace visible, and holds a small object in one hand. In front, a crowd of devotees sits on the floor, mostly in white clothing, with several women's hair in buns and braids; one woman in a pale top leans forward with a hand extended. Two women in teal and red saris sit at the right edge, and a backdrop shows warm orange bokeh lights. Ritual satsang with the peetha setting suggests a public discourse.2018-01-09A photograph of a large ceremonial stage with a seated figure on an ornate silver throne framed by a semicircular arch of red, white and yellow flower garlands. The seated man wears a golden turban, a red and gold robe, and a long multi-strand beaded necklace with a red garland. Around the throne, a dense crowd sits on the floor in white and cream clothing, with several people in saffron and red shawls, many with long hair in plaits and braids, and some with bald heads. A glowing amber bokeh backdrop fills the background. A probable Swamiji is seated in the centre on the throne, identified by the turban, ornate clothing and ceremonial beads.2018-01-09Photograph of a ceremonial stage event. A man seated on an ornate throne covered with red, white, yellow and purple flower arrangements and peacock-feather decorations raises his hands in a blessing gesture. He wears a red-orange dhoti-style garment, a gold ornamented necklace, a red-and-gold turban and a long pink-and-white garland. Behind him is a large arch of red, white, green and yellow flowers. Five people in white and cream clothing stand at left: an older woman in white, a woman in a blue-and-gold sari, and men in white shirts and dhotis, one holding a garland of yellow and white flowers and another holding a tray.2018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09January 09 20182018-01-09A photo of a seated figure on an ornate throne decorated with striped red, white, green and yellow floral arches, marigold and purple flower garlands, and peacock-feather accents. The seated man wears a maroon-red robe, a reddish-orange turban, a long white flower garland and gold jewellery, with his arms outstretched. A tiger-striped cushion sits beneath him and a carved silver-patterned backrest rises behind. Four people in white and cream clothing stand at left, one woman in a blue-and-gold sari holding a flower garland, while another man in white holds a tray and garland, all in a ceremonial honouring. a person: the seated man wears saffron-red robes, a turban and a long garland, consistent with the page's reference to a ceremonial throne event.2018-01-09A seated figure on an ornate throne is being honoured on a stage framed by a large arch of yellow marigold garlands with red, green, purple and white striped floral bands and peacock feather accents. The seated man wears a red-orange head wrap, a white and rudraksha mala with a gold-toned garland, and a saffron-orange shawl over a reddish-pink garment. Three women in white and blue saris and one white-clad man stand to the left, pouring or offering something onto the seated figure, appearing to perform a puja or abhishekam. Purple and yellow flower garlands drape the throne base, and a microphone stands before it. The stage backdrop shows carved temple pillars. a person cues are the saffron shawl, head wrap and rudraksha mala; the seated figure is being honoured with floral offerings.2018-01-09A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate heart-shaped throne backdrop decorated with concentric bands of gold, silver, purple, red, orange and green, studded with circular mirror-like motifs and flanked by two golden lion statues. The seated figure wears a golden crown, a saffron-orange garment, a purple flower garland, a gold pendant necklace and a rudraksha-style mala, and holds a trident beside the throne. Yellow and orange marigold garlands drape the pillars. Devotees in white and cream clothing, including a woman in a light sari with flowers in her hair and a girl in pink, sit or kneel facing the throne with their backs to the camera. Brass oil lamps stand on the sides. The scene suggests a darshan or satsang.2016-01-03A seated figure on a gold throne is framed by a large floral arch of marigolds and roses in red, orange, yellow, purple and white, with a gilded temple backdrop of lion and figural carvings. The central figure wears a tall gold crown, a rudraksha-style mala, a gold necklace and a dark robe, holding a ceremonial staff. Seated devotees in white clothing and orange or saffron shawls face the throne from the front, some with hands folded.2015-01-13Photo of a festival procession scene with a central figure seated on an ornate gold throne under a canopy decorated with long strands of marigold and white flower garlands in yellow, purple, white and green. The seated man has long dark hair, a full beard, an orange-red shawl over his shoulders, a gold necklace and a flower garland draped over his chest. Golden trident-topped finials and red banners flank the throne. In the foreground, several devotees stand with their backs to the camera, wearing saris and kurtas in pink, teal, white and orange, some holding bags. a person is seated on the throne as the honoured figure of the procession.2016-12-06