Sholinganallur Lakshmi Narasimha Idol Paper Mache Golu Bommai- 16 X 26 Inch | Navaratri Golu Gombe/Giri Golu Doll
• Sholinganallur Narasimhar Thayar – A Divine Pair for Your Navaratri Golu Display
• Bring divine protection and compassion into your home with this Golu doll set of Lord Narasimhar and Goddess Thayar, inspired by the sacred temple at Sholinganallur.
• This beautiful paper mache Golu bommai features Lord Narasimha, the fierce protector of devotees, seated with his divine consort, symbolizing balance between wrath and grace.
• Ideal for your Dassara dolls arrangement, this sacred pair represents the dual aspects of justice and compassion that define the divine.
• Place this serene yet powerful Kolu bommai set on your Golu steps to invoke strength, peace, and protection for your family during Navaratri.
• Lord Narasimha is known for destroying evil and granting fearlessness to his devotees, while Goddess Thayar embodies kindness, patience, and maternal blessings.
• Add this auspicious Golu doll to your collection and connect with the energy of divine intervention, devotion, and spiritual assurance.
• Available exclusively from Giri, alongside a wide range of Golu bommai, plastic steps, pooja accessories, and traditional Kolu bommai sets for Navaratri.
• This divine pair among your Dassara dolls enhances your festival display with rich Vaishnavite symbolism and temple culture.
Symbolism & Significance
This Golu doll represents Lord Narasimhar—the fourth avatar of Vishnu, who appeared in a half-lion, half-man form to destroy the demon Hiranyakashipu. Seated beside him is Goddess Thayar, also worshipped as Lakshmi, who soothes his fierce energy with her serene presence. This Golu bommai powerfully symbolizes the balance of divine ferocity and feminine grace. Together, they protect devotees, answer prayers, and uphold dharma. In your Dassara dolls arrangement, they bring strength and serenity alike.
Significance within Golu Tradition
• The Kolu bommai tradition reflects the layered storytelling of divine avatars and their consorts.
• This Narasimhar-Thayar pair adds depth to your Golu doll collection by including not just gods and goddesses, but their harmonious divine relationships.
• In Navaratri’s celebration of Shakti and divine order, Thayar symbolizes the sacred feminine, while Narasimhar represents divine will in action.
• Their inclusion among your Dassara dolls steps infuses your home with stories of protection, courage, and maternal blessings.
Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri celebrates the victory of divine forces over darkness, and this Golu bommai reflects that power through the story of Narasimhar.
• Families arrange Kolu bommai in odd-numbered tiers and often highlight significant avatars and temples of Vishnu.
• This divine pair fits perfectly into the Vaishnavite theme, adding cultural and theological richness to your Dassara dolls collection.
• Place them near other Vishnu forms or Lakshmi-related sets to create a cohesive and spiritually vibrant Golu doll display.
The Legend of Sholinganallur Narasimhar
The temple of Sholinganallur Narasimhar in Chennai is one of the oldest and most revered Narasimha shrines in Tamil Nadu. It is believed that the Lord appeared here to bless devotees who were troubled by dark forces. The presence of Thayar alongside him signifies that the Lord’s ferocity is never without compassion. Devotees believe that sincere prayers at this temple, or even the sight of the deities in Golu bommai form, removes fear, grants courage, and brings peace to the home. This sacred Kolu bommai serves as a spiritual reminder that protection and grace always go hand-in-hand.
History of Golu – Telling Stories of Dharma
• Originating from the Vijayanagara period, the practice of arranging Golu doll steps became a way to celebrate gods, teach dharma, and invite blessings.
• This Golu bommai pair reflects that ancient tradition of bringing temple legends into your home.
• Today, Dassara dolls like these are more than display pieces—they are devotional icons that turn every Navaratri into a divine offering.
• By placing this Kolu bommai on your steps, you honor both the fierce protector and the gentle mother, and you preserve sacred temple heritage in your home.
Invoke Grace and Power This Navaratri
Let the combined blessings of Sholinganallur Narasimhar and Thayar flow into your life through this radiant Golu doll set. Add this powerful Golu bommai to your Dassara dolls, and let your Kolu bommai steps radiate courage, compassion, and unshakable faith.
