Nellaiappar Kanthimathi Clay Golu Bommai Pair- 9 X 7 Inches | Navaratri Golu Gombe/Giri Golu Doll/Navratri Decor
• Nellaiappar Kanthimathi Clay Golu Bommai Pair – The Divine Couple of Tirunelveli
• Celebrate sacred Shaivite tradition with this Golu doll pair featuring Lord Nellaiappar (Shiva) and Goddess Kanthimathi (Parvati) in divine union.
• Exquisitely made in clay by traditional artisans, this Golu bommai set reflects the spiritual grandeur of the famous Tirunelveli temple.
• Add this spiritually significant pair to your Dassara dolls to bring grace, strength, and devotion to your Navaratri display.
• Perfect for mid or upper tiers of your Kolu bommai, this duo symbolizes marital harmony, divine energy, and the balance of masculine and feminine forces.
• The serene expression of Nellaiappar with the gentle form of Kanthimathi creates an aura of peace and sacredness among your Golu doll collection.
• This temple-inspired Golu bommai is ideal for those seeking blessings for family wellbeing, peace, and spiritual growth.
• Available exclusively from Giri, alongside a wide range of Golu bommai, plastic steps, pooja accessories, and traditional Kolu bommai sets for Navaratri.
• Let this elegant addition to your Dassara dolls narrate the divine love and cosmic purpose of Shiva and Parvati in Tirunelveli.
Symbolism & Significance
Nellaiappar and Kanthimathi represent the unified form of Shiva and Parvati—eternal divine consorts. While Nellaiappar stands as the cosmic destroyer and protector, Kanthimathi radiates compassion and nurturing energy. This Golu doll pair embodies the sacred masculine-feminine equilibrium that sustains the universe. Including this Golu bommai in your Kolu bommai display invokes blessings of strength, fertility, and auspiciousness. They are especially worshipped as guardians of the southern Tamil region and bless devotees with peace and prosperity.
Significance within Golu Tradition
The presence of temple deities in Dassara dolls reinforces regional traditions and sacred geography. This Kolu bommai pair brings the divine aura of the Nellaiappar Temple—one of the five Sabhas of Nataraja—into your home. Placing this Golu doll in your Navaratri steps helps deepen cultural connections and allows children and elders alike to honor the living traditions of Tamil Nadu's spiritual landscape.
Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• During Navaratri, homes are transformed into temples through the art of Golu bommai arrangement, where deities, saints, and mythic stories come alive.
• This Dassara dolls set of Nellaiappar and Kanthimathi adds a divine focal point to your Kolu bommai, especially when paired with other Shaivite themes.
• Place this divine couple near Ardhanareeshwara or Nataraja Golu doll to reflect various aspects of Shiva’s grace and energy.
• This Golu bommai also supports devotional storytelling, group bhajans, and spiritual reflection during the nine nights of Navaratri.
The Legend of Nellaiappar and Kanthimathi – Tirunelveli’s Sacred Protectors
The Tirunelveli Nellaiappar Temple, situated on the banks of the Tamirabarani River, is one of the most revered Shiva temples in Tamil Nadu. Legend says that Parvati performed penance under a Vanni tree here to unite with Lord Shiva. The Lord, moved by her devotion, appeared and married her in this very sacred land. Their divine union is celebrated annually in the temple with grandeur. Nellaiappar is considered the musical form of Shiva, and the temple is filled with stone pillars that produce musical notes. Kanthimathi is worshipped as the glowing one, full of inner light. Together, they bless devotees with harmony, wisdom, and eternal joy. This Golu doll captures their divine presence and brings the holy essence of Tirunelveli into your home.
History of Golu – Preserving Legends Through Dolls
• The Kolu bommai tradition is rooted in the Vijayanagara era, where dolls were arranged to depict divine stories and cultural values.
• Over generations, this ritual of setting up Dassara dolls evolved into a cherished family tradition across South India.
• Including iconic temple deities like Nellaiappar and Kanthimathi in your Golu bommai steps pays homage to regional spiritual heritage.
• Each Golu doll not only decorates but teaches—inviting us to remember, retell, and revere the dharmic legacy of our temples and scriptures.
Celebrate Divine Love and Sacred Legacy This Navaratri
Add the Nellaiappar Kanthimathi Golu doll to your Kolu bommai and let your Dassara dolls glow with the spiritual brilliance of Tirunelveli’s divine protectors. A must-have Golu bommai for families rooted in tradition and spiritual harmony.