Karthigai Pengal Clay Golu Bommai Set - 10 X 9.5 Inches | Giri Golu Doll/ Navaratri Golu Bomma/ Gombe/ Bommai

• Celebrate Divine Nurturing with the Karthigai Pengal Clay Golu Bommai Set
• Add sacred warmth and mythological depth to your Navaratri Golu with the Karthigai Pengal Clay Golu Bommai Set, depicting the six celestial maidens who nurtured and raised Lord Murugan in his infancy.
• Crafted from high-quality clay by traditional artisans, this golu doll set beautifully captures each Karthigai Devi holding the divine infant, radiating maternal love, spiritual strength, and cosmic purpose.
• A perfect complement to your Golu arrangement, especially alongside Murugan-themed sets like Arupadai Veedu or Peacock Murugan, this golu bommai set not only elevates the beauty of your display but also shares a powerful story of creation, motherhood, and divine mission.

Symbolism & Significance
Symbolism of the Karthigai Pengal
The six Karthigai Pengal represent divine maternal energy, compassion, and the sacred duty of caretaking. Their role in nurturing six divine sparks into one supreme deity—Lord Murugan—symbolizes how nurturing, unity, and unconditional love shape destiny. Each of Murugan's six faces is a divine acknowledgment of the motherly love received from each maiden.

Significance within Golu Tradition
In Golu displays, the Karthigai Pengal kolu bommai set symbolizes divine motherhood, the sacred feminine nurturing force, and the power of unity. It celebrates the strength and sanctity of women, and is especially meaningful in a Navaratri setting that honors the Devi in all forms—from fierce to tender. It also serves as an engaging storytelling tool for children and guests during festive gatherings.

Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri is a sacred nine-night festival honoring the Divine Feminine (Shakti), ending with Vijayadashami, which celebrates the victory of good over evil.
• Golu, the doll arrangement tradition, is a cultural highlight of Navaratri in South India. Dolls are arranged in odd-numbered tiers (typically 3, 5, 7, or 9), with the top tiers dedicated to divine figures, including stories like the Karthigai Pengal.
• The presence of this golu doll set adds thematic and devotional depth, encouraging storytelling, chanting, and meaningful engagement with the divine narratives.
• Golu displays also foster community visits, where guests exchange sweets, sing hymns, and appreciate spiritual tales together.

History of Golu
The practice of Golu, known variously as Bommai Golu (Tamil), Bommala Koluvu (Telugu), or Bombe Habba (Kannada), finds its roots in the Vijayanagara Empire (14th–16th centuries). Royal courts celebrated Navaratri with grand processions and intricate doll arrangements, depicting courtly life, myths, and divine tales. This tradition was later adopted by the Nayaka and Maratha rulers, and eventually absorbed into household customs across South India. Golu today serves not only as an artistic expression but also as a spiritual and communal celebration, especially for women and children, to pass on stories and values through generations.

The Legend of the Karthigai Pengal and Lord Murugan
According to the Skanda Purana, when the demon Surapadman and his brothers began threatening the universe with their arrogance and power, the gods sought a savior. In response, Lord Shiva opened his third eye and released six fiery sparks, each imbued with divine energy. These sparks traveled through the wind god Vayu and the fire god Agni and were safely carried to Saravana Poigai, a sacred lake nestled in the Himalayas. There, six celestial maidens—the Karthigai Pengal, named after the Krittika constellation—discovered the glowing infants. With deep love and care, each maiden raised one child, nursing and protecting them as their own. When Goddess Parvati visited the lake, she embraced all six children together in a loving embrace, fusing them into one radiant being with six faces (Shanmukha) and twelve arms—thus was born Lord Murugan, the commander of the celestial forces. Parvati blessed the Karthigai maidens for their devotion and declared that they would be forever remembered in the stars. In their honor, the festival of Karthigai Deepam is celebrated in Tamil Nadu, where oil lamps are lit to symbolize light, divine care, and protection.

This legend reflects the power of unity, the grace of motherhood, and the divine orchestration behind every cosmic purpose. The Karthigai Pengal are thus not just caretakers but sacred shaktis who helped shape the destiny of a god.

Add the Karthigai Pengal kolu Bommai Set to Your Display Today
Celebrate the nurturing power of the Divine Feminine with this exquisite clay doll set. The Karthigai Pengal dassara doll honors motherhood, unity, and spiritual protection—making it an essential and meaningful addition to your Navaratri Golu this year.
• Additionally, Giri offers an extensive selection of plastic Golu padis along with a variety of decor items to help you craft an enchanting and vibrant ambiance this Navaratri festival.