Karthigai Pengal Clay Golu Bommai Set - 8 x 9.5 Inches | 19 Pcs/ Giri Golu Doll/ Navaratri Kolu Bomma/ Gombe

Bring the sacred tale of Lord Murugan’s childhood to your festive arrangement with this 19-piece Karthigai Pengal golu doll set, portraying the celestial maidens who lovingly raised the six divine infants.
• These traditional clay figures depict an important episode from Murugan’s origin story, symbolising affection, care and the blessings of nurturing.
• The golu bommai collection introduces a treasured chapter of Tamil Hindu tradition, making your Navaratri display meaningful and rooted in devotional storytelling.
• Arrange all 19 figures to present the celestial maidens’ role in the divine legend and share this traditional story with family members and visitors.

Symbolism, Significance & Golu Tradition

• The Karthigai Pengal, identified with the Krittika maidens, are celebrated in traditional accounts for caring for the six infants who later became Lord Murugan.
• Their place in the legend conveys the values of compassion, togetherness and devoted care.
• Revered as Arumugam and Shanmukha, Lord Murugan is worshipped as the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, particularly in Tamil devotional traditions.
• Displaying this scene alongside other dassara dolls helps preserve Murugan-related legends and encourages younger generations to learn about their cultural roots.

Navaratri & Golu Display Context

• Position the 19-piece golu bommai collection on a stable step of your Navaratri display, allowing the figures to be viewed clearly as a complete scene.
• Create a wider mythological arrangement by placing it alongside figures of Murugan, Parvati, his peacock mount or other episodes from his divine story.
• This golu doll display provides an engaging way to introduce Tamil devotional customs and explain the significance of the celestial maidens during festive visits.

The Divine Story of Karthigai Pengal

• Traditional Hindu narratives connect Lord Murugan’s appearance with the divine mission of overcoming Surapadman, whose power threatened harmony across the worlds.
• In a well-known version of the legend, sparks of divine energy arise from Lord Shiva. Agni, the fire deity, and Vayu, the wind deity, help carry them towards the sacred waters of Saravana Poigai.
• These sparks take the form of six remarkable infants, beginning a sacred episode closely connected with the worship of Lord Murugan.
• The six Krittika maidens, known in Tamil as Karthigai Pengal, take responsibility for nurturing the infants. Their loving care becomes a treasured part of the story and reflects the importance of kindness and maternal affection.
• Each maiden tends to one child, giving the infants individual attention and protection. Later, Goddess Parvati gathers the six children into her embrace, uniting them into one divine form with six faces.
• This united form is called Arumugam or Shanmukha, meaning the six-faced Lord. The six faces are traditionally associated with divine awareness, strength and the ability to safeguard devotees.
• The Karthigai Pengal are also linked with the Krittika star and observances dedicated to Murugan. Their contribution to his divine childhood continues to be remembered through religious customs, devotional songs and traditional storytelling.
• As Lord Murugan matures, he assumes the leadership of the celestial forces and confronts Surapadman. His victory is celebrated as the restoration of righteousness and the triumph of divine order over harmful forces.
• The transformation of six infants into one divine being carries a message of harmony and shared purpose. It teaches that individual contributions can unite to fulfil a greater responsibility.
• The maidens’ nurturing role also reminds devotees that patience, affection and responsibility can be expressions of sincere devotion. Their story remains an important part of Tamil religious heritage and Murugan worship.
• Through this 19-piece golu doll set, families can represent the legend visually, helping children understand the celestial maidens’ contribution and the sacred origins of Lord Murugan during Navaratri.

A Meaningful Karthigai Pengal Storytelling Display

• The 19 figures allow you to create a detailed scene centred on the six maidens and the divine childhood associated with Lord Murugan.
• Arrange this golu bommai collection with other dassara dolls featuring Murugan, Goddess Parvati and related mythological scenes for a connected festive presentation.
• This golu doll set is a meaningful choice for families who wish to introduce traditional Murugan stories and Tamil cultural values through their Navaratri display.

Care Instructions

• Remove dust carefully using a clean, soft, dry cloth or a gentle brush.
• Avoid washing the clay figures or placing them in damp areas, as moisture may affect their surface.
• Handle every piece gently while arranging the display and store the complete 19-piece set in a dry, protected place after the celebrations.

Bring the Sacred Legacy of Karthigai Pengal to Your Navaratri Display

This traditional representation recalls the celestial maidens’ loving care for the six divine infants, conveying the values of compassion, unity and devotion associated with Lord Murugan.

Include this kolu bommai collection in your festive display to introduce the story of Murugan’s divine beginnings and celebrate the enduring spiritual and cultural traditions of Tamil Nadu.