The Symbology of the Cauldron
The cauldron symbolizes a lot of things for the many different people that use it. It is seen as representing Water and the West. It is viewed as the womb of the Goddess which is the vessel in which all life is said to begin, which is why it is considered such a sacred vessel to the Goddess and many pagans and witch's. The cauldron is also seen as a symbol of renewal, artistic inspiration, a source of infinite sustenance (both physically and spiritually), and rebirth and purification through Fire.
Cauldrons are typically a pot-bellied shape (rounded with the opening smaller than the widest part of the pot) and have 3 legs on the bottom to support it.
The three legs are thought to be important to the cauldron because they are representative of the three aspects of the Triple Goddess (the Maiden, Mother, and Crone) and are believed to aid in the magical workings of whatever the cauldron is used for.
Uses of the Cauldron
It can be used for:
Brewing potions and herbal remedies in
Cooking magical and/or ritual foods in
To put candles in during rituals and magical workings
Mixing herbs in (for incense)
Burning incense during meditation, yoga, magical workings, and rituals
Holding water and/or beverages in (for during or after the ritual)
Holding herbs and/or flowers for the ritual
Small fires (such as in the winter to symbolize the return of the Sun God)
Burning paper and other items in rituals or magical workings (such as to rid yourself of unwanted energies or habits)
Consecration of other tools
Scrying with when filled with water (if using a cast iron or other dark metal)
Simmering herbs in water over low heat on the stove (for protection, purification, or just to smell good)
As you can see, the cauldron can easily be a valuable and adaptable tool that can be used for an assortment of things. I'm sure that if you do decide to invest in a cauldron that you will surely consider it to be an important tool that you will use for many different things in the years to come.
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