Author: Jayadvaita Swami
Publisher: The Bhaktivedanta Book Trust (BBT)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
Why am I here? What is the purpose of my life? Does it hold any real meaning?
Centuries ago, these questions preoccupied a wise sage in ancient Israel. In India, a troubled warrior wrestled with similar doubts, seeking guidance from his divine friend Krishna. The sage’s reflections became the book of Ecclesiastes, and Krishna’s answers formed the Bhagavad-Gita. Both texts resonate with insights into our deepest concerns.
Jayadvaita Swami writes, “When the wisdom from these two profound texts—one from the Bible and the other from India’s spiritual heritage—intersects, we begin to view daily life from a new perspective, asking deeper questions about the purpose of life, the ultimate benefits we can gain, and where true meaning, happiness, and lasting value lie. In reading, we gain wisdom ourselves.”
Vanity Karma brings these two timeless works together, merging their wisdom to offer profound perspectives on life’s purpose. Vanity Karma presents the complete text of Ecclesiastes in a modern English translation, accompanied by insightful commentary on each verse. This accessible commentary is followed by detailed notes, making the book a valuable resource for seekers, scholars, and anyone who has ever wondered, “What is the meaning of my life?”
Vanity Karma was awarded the 2016 Benjamin Franklin Gold Award by the Independent Book Publishers Association as the best book of the year in the religion category.
