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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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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.
8 min read 1,177 words