Sri Ranganathar Statue With Lakshmi Paper Mache Golu Bommai - 14 X 13 Inches | Navaratri Gombe/ Giri Golu Doll
• Invoke the Eternal Grace of Lord Ranganathar in Your Navaratri Golu
• This Ranganathar paper mache golu doll beautifully depicts Lord Vishnu in his reclining form upon the thousand-hooded Adisesha, radiating peace and divine majesty.
• Worshipped as the presiding deity of the grand Srirangam temple, Ranganathar represents the supreme protector who preserves the universe with compassion and righteousness.
• This sacred golu doll brings the essence of Srirangam into your home, filling your Navaratri steps with spiritual energy, harmony, and prosperity.
• The kolu bommai is a reminder of Lord Vishnu’s eternal role as the guardian of dharma, sustaining the cosmos with balance and divine order.
• Among dassara dolls, the inclusion of Ranganathar is especially significant, symbolizing shelter, stability, and the ever-watchful gaze of the divine.
• Crafted in durable paper mache, this golu bommai is light to handle, easy to place, and adds majestic beauty to your festive display.
• Available from Giri, alongside a wide range of golu doll, golu bommai, dassara dolls, and kolu bommai to complete your Navaratri tradition.
Symbolism & Significance
The Reclining Lord of Srirangam
Lord Ranganathar, seen reclining on Adisesha, reflects divine tranquility amidst cosmic preservation. His closed eyes and serene posture symbolize ultimate peace, while Adisesha’s hoods protect him like a canopy of eternal time. The lotus emerging from his navel connects him to Brahma, the creator, emphasizing the continuity of creation and preservation. Having this golu doll within the kolu bommai display is believed to invite divine grace, wealth, and protection into the household.
Significance within Golu Tradition
The inclusion of Ranganathar as a golu doll enriches the dassara dolls arrangement by honoring the guardian of the universe. Families who display this kolu bommai during Navaratri invite not only the blessings of Lord Vishnu but also pay homage to centuries of temple traditions, especially the glorious heritage of the Srirangam temple. Each golu bommai carries meaning, and the Ranganathar doll stands as a reminder that the divine is both present and protective, watching over the devotees with compassion.
Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri celebrates not just the Goddess but also the pantheon of divine forces that protect and sustain life.
• The dassara dolls arrangement is incomplete without representations of Vishnu, Shiva, and Devi, as together they embody creation, preservation, and transformation.
• Visitors to your home are invited to witness the kolu bommai display, listen to stories from the Puranas, and engage in devotional singing.
• Adding Ranganathar as a golu doll creates a focal point of serenity, inspiring faith, devotion, and balance among your dassara dolls.
The Legend of Lord Ranganathar
The Ranganathar deity is deeply tied to the Ramayana. It is said that Lord Rama himself worshipped this image in Ayodhya. After the victory over Ravana, he gifted the idol to Vibhishana, who carried it with reverence. On his journey to Lanka, Vibhishana placed the deity at Srirangam to rest, and Lord Ranganathar chose to stay there permanently. Since then, Srirangam has become the foremost temple of Lord Vishnu, and devotees worldwide revere Ranganathar as the eternal guardian. By including this golu bommai in your dassara dolls, you connect to this sacred legend, bringing its blessings into your home.
History of Golu – Sacred Tradition Passed Through Generations
The practice of arranging dassara dolls dates back to the Vijayanagara Empire, where kings displayed golu doll collections to narrate divine stories. Over time, households adopted this practice, filling Navaratri with devotion, storytelling, and celebration.
• Each golu bommai in the kolu bommai display represents a story from the epics, a deity, or a cultural theme.
• The Ranganathar golu doll connects your display to the rich history of temple worship and the sacred traditions of South India.
• Dassara dolls are not just decorative but carriers of cultural heritage, embodying divine blessings for future generations.
• Through the kolu bommai practice, families strengthen bonds, share stories, and nurture devotion, ensuring that the legacy of faith continues.
Invite Serenity and Divine Blessings
Welcome the Ranganathar Paper Mache golu doll into your Navaratri steps. Let this sacred kolu bommai enrich your dassara dolls display with harmony, devotion, and the eternal protection of Lord Vishnu.
