Ajahn Sona Jhana (5) - A Pleasure Not To Be Feared
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Jul 26, 2020 Delve into the fascinating world of jhana and its spiritual intricacies. Discover vivid similes from Buddha that shed light on the layered experience of meditation. Learn about the transformative power of samadhi and how it can spark personal growth and insight. The discussion emphasizes the journey through various meditative states and the challenges of truly letting go. These insights will inspire anyone interested in deepening their practice and understanding of meditation.
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Buddha's Clear Similes
- The Buddha used precise and clear similes to communicate immersive spiritual states like jhana.
- These descriptions surpass later commentaries and help clarify personal meditative experience.
Focus on Basic Suttas
- Avoid complex commentaries and focus on the basic suttas for clear understanding of jhana.
- Immerse yourself in practice to experience the full-bodied, immersive nature of jhana.
Immersive Nature of Jhana
- Jhana is an immersive experience engaging whole body and mind fully, requiring wholehearted engagement.
- Skepticism hinders immersion; one must abandon doubts to fully enter jhana.