Heart — Symbol

The transition from a biological concept to a stylized icon follows several theories:

: Linked the heart to the core of all strong emotions, including grief, joy, and fear, rather than just romantic affection. heart symbol

: Regarded as the "Ib" (soul), the heart was believed to hold memory and personality. In the afterlife, it was weighed against a feather to determine a person's worthiness. The transition from a biological concept to a

The heart symbol (❤) is a universal ideograph representing the center of emotion, including affection and love. While its shape differs significantly from the actual human organ, it has evolved over millennia from ancient botanical references to its current status as a digital mainstay. The heart symbol (❤) is a universal ideograph

: Medieval physicians, such as Galen, described the human heart as having three chambers with a dent at the top, which might have influenced the "double-scalloped" base of the modern icon.