Flávia Torres – Body Therapist

In popular definitions, Haṭha Yoga is often referred to as the “harmony of the Sun and the Moon.” However, the term “harmony” is interpretive and not explicitly inherent in the name. The Sanskrit language is rich with meanings, where each word can have multiple interpretations. The term “haṭha” actually means “extreme force.” Yet, from an esoteric perspective, considering the elements of the word—particularly the syllables “ha” and “ṭha”—it also symbolizes “Sun-Moon.” When we speak of “Sun-Moon,” we refer to transcending dualities or pairs of opposites: sun and moon, heat and cold, day and night, masculine and feminine, etc., which are often sources of human suffering. flaptorres.com.br