Eternal Love: The Sacred Heart and Its Use in Mexican Folklore and Art

During Valentine's Day season, you’re likely to see motifs of a heart with flame at the top known as el corazón sagrado, or "the sacred heart." It shows up everywhere in Mexico, from pop art and fine art, jewelry and T-shirts, tattoos and candles, gift wrap and more. Popular throughout the history of Roman Catholic culture, the symbol may date back even further than that. The sacred heart is a beloved symbol representing hope, pain, beauty, faith and love, but there is so much more to this iconic symbol.