Sharad Navratri celebrations are all set to begin on October 3 and will go on till October 11. This annual commemoration is focused on celebrating the nine avatars of Goddess Durga or Goddess Shakti and is celebrated in different ways and forms by people across the country. In South India, this festival is marked with a festive display of dolls and figurines that is referred to as Golu or Gombe Habba or Bommala Koluvu. Every year, to mark this occasion, people often share Happy Bommala Koluvu wishes and messages, Golu 2024 greetings, Happy Gombe Habba 2024 images and wallpapers, Golu 2024 WhatsApp stickers and Facebook status pictures with family and friends. Madikeri Dasara 2024 Date, History and Significance: All You Need to Know About the Festival Celebrated in Karnataka.
The celebration of Golu only occurs during Sharad Navratri, and the dolls set up are believed to signify different folktales and stories. These displays are typically thematic, narrating a legend from a Hindu text to court life, weddings, everyday scenes, and miniature kitchen utensils. People often display different idols of the almighty, like Goddess Durga, Goddess Lakshmi, Dashavatar, and Shiv Parti, among others. Additionally, we also have stories of Satyavan and Savitri showcased through the dolls and idols. People often prepare specially dedicated delicacies on each day of Navratri and offer them as a prasad. Singing songs and inviting family and friends to commemorate this festive occasion as a community is often a common practice. 9 Forms of Maa Durga To Worship During Navratri 2024: Know Navadurga Names and Download Images of Nine Avatars of Goddess Durga for Free Online.
As we prepare to celebrate Golu 2024, here are some Happy Bommala Koluvu wishes and messages, Golu 2024 greetings, Happy Gombe Habba 2024 images and wallpapers, Golu 2024 WhatsApp stickers and Facebook status pictures that you can post online.
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The celebration of Golu is not just limited to individual houses and communities. Major Hindu temples, such as the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, arrange elaborate Golu displays each year for Navaratri. It is also common for people to visit these Golu displays and indulge in the festivities. The celebration of Golu also revolves around the belief that Goddess Durga entered earth to kill the evil demon Mahishasrua, and the display, as well as the celebrations, are focused on appeasing the goddess. Here’s wishing everyone a Happy Golu 2024!
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