Pan – The pan is a symbol of the hearth. In its connection with food it represents plenty. However the pan is also a symbol of specialized cooking and gourmet. In this way it is a symbol for luxury and security. Food is listed as the number one comfort for people who are sick, in pain, or having a stressful day. The pan is the bringer of food and is, therefore, very important to our comfort. If you dream about hitting someone over the head with a pan, it indicates that that person frustrates you.