AN 5.51 - 5.60 Hindrances

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AN 5.51 The five hindrances weaken wisdom like side-channels weaken a river’s flow.
AN 5.52 The five hindrances are entirely unwholesome.
AN 5.53 Conditions that help meditation progress smoothly.
AN 5.54 Times that are supportive for meditation practice.
AN 5.55 A mother and son, though ordained as monk and nun, have sexual relations. The Buddha launches a powerful attack on the dangers of sex.
AN 5.56 A monk, dissatisfied with monastic life, seeks support from his mentor.
AN 5.57 Topics that are worthy regularly reflecting on, whether as a lay person or renunciant.
AN 5.58 When some wild young men show deep respect for the Buddha, a family elder is astonished.
AN 5.59 Things that are hard to find in someone who has gone forth when old.
AN 5.60 Things that are hard to find in someone who has gone forth when old.