Entry into the Jhanas

• Practical Guide the the Jhanas – Part I
• Practical guide to the Jhanas Part II
• Practical guide to the Jhanas part III

First, take a look at the links to the articles above. Entry into jhana depends on seclusion of min from the 5 hindrances and sensuality. With those conditions in place, the following mechanisms may be helpful to get a person into jhana.