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Highlights From The Comments On Jhanas

Scott Alexander summarizes comments debating the reality and implications of jhanas, a meditative state of extreme bliss.

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Oct 31, 2022 7,250 words 93 likes 362 comments Listen · 43 min Read Read
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Nick Cammarata On Jhana

Scott Alexander examines the Buddhist concept of jhana, a blissful meditative state, through Nick Cammarata's experiences, exploring its implications for understanding pleasure and reinforcement.

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Oct 27, 2022 1,177 words 198 likes 614 comments Listen · 8 min Read Read
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