Saiva Naalvar Clay Golu Bommai Set - 10 X 3 Inches | Giri Golu Doll/ Navaratri Golu Bomma/ Gombe/ Bommai

• Honor the Four Great Shaivite Saints with the Naalvar Clay Golu Doll Set – 4 Pcs
• Celebrate the divine legacy of Tamil Shaivism with this beautifully handcrafted golu doll set featuring the Naalvar—the four revered Nayanmars: Appar, Sundarar, Thirugnanasambandar, and Manikkavacakar.
• Made from fine clay and painted in vibrant devotional tones, this traditional kolu bommai set embodies wisdom, bhakti, and sacred poetry.
• A spiritually enriching addition to your Navaratri steps, this dasara dolls collection pays homage to saints who shaped Tamil devotional culture.
• Each golu doll in the set is depicted with distinct attributes—Sambandar as the child prodigy, Appar with his gentle humility, Sundarar the charming poet, and Manikkavacakar the mystic seer.
• Ideal for upper-tier placement in your kolu bommai display, this sacred quartet radiates divine energy and deepens the spiritual purpose of your dasara dolls arrangement.
• Whether you're preserving tradition or sharing sacred stories with the next generation, this golu doll set serves as a powerful devotional and educational tool.
• Available exclusively at Giri, where each kolu bommai is crafted with reverence and attention to South Indian spiritual heritage.

Symbolism & Significance
Symbolism of the Naalvar
The Naalvar represent the pinnacle of Shaiva devotion in Tamil literature and philosophy. These four saints composed timeless hymns known as Thevarams and Thiruvasagam, which form the spiritual foundation of Tamil Shaivism. Each golu doll in this set embodies a different path to the Divine—childlike wonder, poetic longing, disciplined renunciation, and mystical union. Together, this kolu bommai set is a powerful symbol of unwavering devotion and divine communion, making it a standout among your dasara dolls.

Significance within Golu Tradition
In the golu bommai tradition, saints and sages are often placed alongside deities to honor the human embodiments of divine grace. The Naalvar hold a sacred place in Tamil homes and temples, and displaying them as golu dolls during Navaratri invokes their blessings for devotion, spiritual insight, and cultural pride. Among dasara dolls, this set not only beautifies your display but also conveys rich spiritual teachings that continue to inspire generations.

Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri is a celebration of divine energy, spiritual stories, and devotional expressions.
• The golu doll display, traditionally arranged on 3, 5, 7, or 9 steps, includes gods, saints, village life, and epic narratives.
• The Naalvar kolu bommai set is ideal for the upper steps, symbolizing saintly wisdom and eternal spiritual flame.
• During Navaratri, families invite friends to view their dasara dolls, share prasadam, sing devotional songs, and honor the timeless voices of Tamil Shaivism through golu bommai like this.

The Divine Legacy of the Naalvar
• Thirugnanasambandar – The child saint who sang praises to Shiva as early as age three, often depicted with a golden cymbal and radiant smile.
• Appar (Tirunavukkarasar) – Once a Jain monk, he returned to Shaivism and devoted his life to singing the glories of Lord Shiva while cleaning temple floors.
• Sundarar – Known for his close, personal relationship with Shiva, he composed verses filled with love, humor, and poetic beauty.
• Manikkavacakar – A philosopher-poet and mystic who composed the Thiruvasagam, capturing the soul’s yearning for divine union.
This golu doll set tells the story of their unwavering bhakti and the light they brought to the world through their devotion and poetry. A treasure in any kolu bommai collection.

History of Golu – Preserving Culture Through Sacred Stories
The tradition of golu bommai began during the Vijayanagara Empire and flourished through the Nayaka and Maratha periods. Initially royal, it became a domestic art form celebrated especially by women during Navaratri. Sets like the Naalvar golu doll collection embody this rich history—where divine tales, saintly lives, and cultural values are shared across generations. Today, dasara dolls like these preserve devotional traditions and inspire hearts with every Navaratri.

Celebrate Tamil Devotion with the Sacred Naalvar
Add this meaningful Naalvar golu doll set to your Golu steps and let the blessings of the four saints illuminate your Navaratri display. A soulful kolu bommai set that bridges poetry, philosophy, and devotion—these dasara dolls will remain a cherished part of your sacred collection for years to come.