Balambigai Statue Clay Golu Bommai - 9.5 X 5.5 Inches | Giri Golu Doll/ Navaratri Golu Bomma/ Gombe/ Bommai
• Embrace Divine Motherly Grace with the Balambigai Statue Clay Golu Bommai
• Bring home the compassionate and nurturing presence of Goddess Balambigai—a form of Parvati—with this beautifully handcrafted clay golu doll.
• A perfect symbol of maternal love, wisdom, and protection, this golu bommai adds both visual and spiritual richness to your Navaratri Golu display.
• Revered in temples like the Thiruvaiyaru Balambigai Sametha Panchanadeeswarar Temple, she is worshipped as a gentle yet powerful form of Shakti.
• This vibrant and traditional kolu bommai is ideal for placement in the upper tiers of your Golu steps, where divine deities are honored during the festive season.
• Hand-molded from clay and painted with rich, auspicious tones, this dassara doll reflects traditional South Indian craftsmanship at its finest.
• Whether you're starting a new golu doll collection or adding to an existing one, this golu bommai of Balambigai brings peace and devotion into your home.
• Giri offers this divine kolu bommai as part of its wide range of spiritual dassara dolls, plastic padis, and festive decorations.
• Ideal for Navaratri, Diwali, or housewarming gifts, this idol is a meaningful choice for anyone who reveres the divine feminine.
Symbolism & Significance
Symbolism of Balambigai
Balambigai is a compassionate and nurturing form of Parvati Devi, often depicted as a seated goddess exuding maternal serenity. Her name translates to "Little Mother"—a symbol of innocence, unconditional love, and divine protection. Worshiping Balambigai is said to bless devotees with emotional healing, family harmony, and inner strength.
Significance within Golu Tradition
In Golu displays, goddess forms like Balambigai are central to celebrating Shakti during Navaratri. Placing her golu doll in the upper steps acknowledges her sacred status and invokes her benevolent energy into the home. Her golu bommai adds emotional depth and cultural completeness to your kolu bommai arrangement.
Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri, the nine-night festival, honors the many forms of the Goddess—Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati.
• The tradition of arranging dassara dolls on stepped displays (usually 3, 5, 7, or 9 tiers) is a hallmark of the celebration in South India.
• The top tiers are reserved for deities like Balambigai, while the lower ones reflect saints, village life, and folk tales.
• During the festival, families invite guests to view the golu doll arrangements, sing bhajans, offer prasadam, and exchange festive gifts. This promotes both spirituality and social unity.
History of Golu
The Golu tradition, known as Bommai Golu in Tamil, Bommala Koluvu in Telugu, and Bombe Habba in Kannada, originated in the Vijayanagara Empire between the 14th and 16th centuries. Initially practiced in royal courts with ornate dassara dolls, it later spread into households and evolved into a cherished family ritual. Today, curating a display with golu dolls like Balambigai is a way of expressing devotion, celebrating feminine energy, and preserving cultural heritage—especially among women and children who prepare the golu bommai steps with care and joy.
Celebrate Navaratri with the Loving Grace of Balambigai
Add this traditional Balambigai golu doll to your Golu steps and let her serene energy bless your home with love, wisdom, and peace. Ideal for collectors of golu bommai, this beautiful kolu bommai will be a treasured part of your dassara dolls collection for years to come.