Mortar and Pestle Soap Stone Flower of Life

The mortar and pestle is a witch’s tool representing the unification of the male and the female; the phallic symbol of the pestle and the womb symbol of the mortar. Perceiving the tool as the mundane aspect of male and female, as well as the divine God and Goddess, is a powerful aid in our magickal workings.

Preparation of herbs in a mortar and pestle is important when creating herbs for, healing and magick. Ensure you focus on the intention of what you are preparing. Concentrate and immerse yourself in the aroma of freshly ground herbs and allow their energy to flow through and around you.