Small Bronze Mortar 2.5"X2.5"

The bronze mortar (traditionally known as almirez) is a fundamental tool in Santería, the Yoruba religion, and the practice of Ifá (Babalawo). It is mainly used for ritual crushing and preparation of sacred elements

·        Preparation of Akose (Medicines): It is essential in the creation of traditional Yoruba medicines, where roots, herbs, barks, and other natural elements are crushed.

• Grinding Sacred Powders: It is used to crush dry ingredients and create ritual powders used in ceremonies.
• Crushing Herbs and Plants: Fundamental for preparing ewe (herbs) for omiero (sacred water) or other ceremonial mixtures.
• Oshún Rituals: Because bronze is a metal associated with the deity, mortars made of this material are used in offerings and works dedicated to Oshún.