--- product_id: 13103236 title: "The Complete Life of Krishna: Based on the Earliest Oral Traditions and the Sacred Scriptures" price: "S$51" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/13103236-the-complete-life-of-krishna-based-on-the-earliest-oral store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # The Complete Life of Krishna: Based on the Earliest Oral Traditions and the Sacred Scriptures **Price:** S$51 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Complete Life of Krishna: Based on the Earliest Oral Traditions and the Sacred Scriptures - **How much does it cost?** S$51 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/13103236-the-complete-life-of-krishna-based-on-the-earliest-oral) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The first book to cover Krishna’s entire life, from his childhood pranks to his final powerful acts in the Mahabharata war • Draws from the Bhagavad Purana, the Bhagavad Gita, the Mahabharata, and India’s sacred oral tradition • Shows how the stories of Krishna’s life are expressed with such simplicity and humor that they enable anyone--man, woman, or child--to see the wisdom of his teachings • Provides a valuable meditative tool that allows the lessons of these stories to illuminate from within Krishna, one of the most beloved characters of the Hindu pantheon, has been portrayed in many lights: a god-child, a prankster, a model lover, a divine hero, an exemplary ruler, and the Supreme Being. In The Complete Life of Krishna , Vanamali, a leading Krishna expert from a long line of prominent Krishna devotees, provides the first book in English or Sanskrit to cover the complete range of the avatar’s life. Drawing from the Bhagavad Purana, the Bhagavad Gita, the Mahabharata, and India’s sacred oral tradition, Vanamali shares stories from Krishna’s birth in a dungeon and early days as a merry trickster in Vrindavana, through his time as divine ruler at Dwaraka, to his final powerful acts as the hero Arjuna’s charioteer and guru in the Kurukshetra war. She explains how Krishna became a mahayogi, the greatest of all yogis, and attained complete mastery over himself and nature. By integrating the hero-child with the mahayogi, the playful lover with the divine ruler, Vanamali shows how the stories of Krishna’s life are expressed with such simplicity and humor that they enable anyone--man, woman, or child--to see the wisdom of his teachings. This complete biography of the man who was also a god provides a valuable meditative tool allowing Krishna’s lessons to illuminate from within. Review: Beautiful, Well-Written Book - I wanted to read about Krishna's life from start to finish. When I saw this book and its author, Vanamali, I knew there was no way I'd be disappointed. Vanamali's books are terrific. As usual, Vanamali delivers. The Complete Life of Krishna will take you through Krishna's life. The book reads like a good novel, not like a collection of myths gathered in an academic, dry way. Not only does Vanamali tell these stories in an entertaining manner, she explains the esoteric meaning behind the myths, which are as important as the stories themselves. It's a great story when Krishna cavorts with the gopis and then disappears, leaving them distraught, but it's illuminating when we learn the reason why is the gopis let their egos get between them and Krishna, and thus he disappeared. There were portions of this book that were genuinely funny, and others that were genuinely sad. Once I finished it, I kind of wished I could erase my memory of the book so I could enjoy it as a new reader again. I can't recommend this book highly enough. If you're interested in Krishna at all, you have to get this book ASAP. Review: informative Biography - Interesting and well-told overview of the life of Krishna. Balanced telling of major events and spot-on explanation of sanatana dharma AKA the Hindu religion. I was also struck by the similarity of the war between a narcissistic hedonist king and the everyday God-loving moral people. We are reliving events that happened thousands of years ago! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #236,615 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #57 in Bhagavad Gita (Books) #59 in Hindu Theology (Books) #80 in Hindu Rituals & Practice (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 345 Reviews | ## Images ![The Complete Life of Krishna: Based on the Earliest Oral Traditions and the Sacred Scriptures - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CbOI5o+uL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful, Well-Written Book *by D***A on February 19, 2014* I wanted to read about Krishna's life from start to finish. When I saw this book and its author, Vanamali, I knew there was no way I'd be disappointed. Vanamali's books are terrific. As usual, Vanamali delivers. The Complete Life of Krishna will take you through Krishna's life. The book reads like a good novel, not like a collection of myths gathered in an academic, dry way. Not only does Vanamali tell these stories in an entertaining manner, she explains the esoteric meaning behind the myths, which are as important as the stories themselves. It's a great story when Krishna cavorts with the gopis and then disappears, leaving them distraught, but it's illuminating when we learn the reason why is the gopis let their egos get between them and Krishna, and thus he disappeared. There were portions of this book that were genuinely funny, and others that were genuinely sad. Once I finished it, I kind of wished I could erase my memory of the book so I could enjoy it as a new reader again. I can't recommend this book highly enough. If you're interested in Krishna at all, you have to get this book ASAP. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ informative Biography *by J***H on May 4, 2025* Interesting and well-told overview of the life of Krishna. Balanced telling of major events and spot-on explanation of sanatana dharma AKA the Hindu religion. I was also struck by the similarity of the war between a narcissistic hedonist king and the everyday God-loving moral people. We are reliving events that happened thousands of years ago! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Enjoyable Read *by Y***S on December 2, 2022* I really enjoyed reading this book. I found I looked forward to it every day. I really like the portrayal of Krishna’s life in his younger years (birth to his first marriage). The other stories were interesting as well but I found myself drawn to reading specifically about him. I am a believer of Jesus and know his love so well. Krishna’s love for people/his “devotees” reminded me very much of the Jesus I’ve come to know and have a inward relationship with. I really enjoyed learning some of the Hindu peoples beliefs and culture. The author paints the pictures of each event/ scene well. I was easily able to see things that I was reading, in my mind. Regardless of your belief’s in who the true identity of God is, this is a very enjoyable book that can provide some insight into the personality of Spirit/ God/ Creator. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Complete Life of Krishna: Based on the Earliest Oral Traditions and the Sacred Scriptures - Shiva: Stories and Teachings from the Shiva Mahapurana - The Complete Life of Rama: Based on Valmiki's Ramayana and the Earliest Oral Traditions --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sg/products/13103236-the-complete-life-of-krishna-based-on-the-earliest-oral](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/13103236-the-complete-life-of-krishna-based-on-the-earliest-oral) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-10-16*