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The Witch's

 Cauldron

"Eye of newt, and toe of frog,
Wool of bat, and tongue of dog,
Adder's fork, and blind-worm's sting,
Lizard's leg, and howlet's wing, -
For a charm of powerful trouble,
Like a hell-broth boil and bubble."

                       - Shakespeare

Is the above recipe something a witch might create in her cauldron on Halloween night? Maybe in fiction!  Most likely she's actually stirring fresh herbs and berries and just plain old water. The cauldron is another magical tool for the witch to create spells and participate in rituals.

Not only is the cauldron a tool, some believe that the cauldron symbolizes the Goddess. It is often the focal point in a ritual. Cooking magical herbs in a bubbling cauldron while chanting a spell is a way to connect with the Goddess.

Are there specifications for the cauldron? It should be made of iron and rest on three legs. It usually sits by the fireplace or by the broom.

So where does a modern witch find a cauldron? The following links will help!

• http://www.13moons.com

• http://www.magicwicca.com

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Source:

http://www.hecatescauldron.org (A great site!)