5 subjects which can induce jhanas

Five subjects which can induce jhanas:

1. Awareness of breathing (AnapanaSati)

2. Basic entirety object (Kasina)

3. Inner organs and corpses (KayagataSati)

4. The 4 infinite and divine states (Metta)

5. The 4 formless states (Aruppa)

(from the Visuddhimagga)

References

• The Complete Book of Buddha's Lists -- Explained. David N. Snyder, Ph.D., 2006.
• http://www.thedhamma.com/