最早出现的鼎在新石器时期用来烹煮食物,属于实用炊食器具,具有很强的实用性和广泛性。但进入青铜时代后,青铜鼎的用途发生了变化逐渐演变成为国家权力、身份标识的象征,具有广泛的社会意义和文化内涵,为后人研究古人历史留下了重要的证据。本文从鼎的起源开始,再延伸到鼎的四个社会功能,包括饮食器具、国家政权、身份财富、力量象征,最后再对鼎在当今社会的发展进行设想。 The earliest tripod in the Neolithic period used to cook food, is a practical kitchen utensils, with strong practicality and breadth. However, after entering the Bronze Age, the use of bronze dynasties has evolved into a symbol of state power and identity. It has a wide range of social and cultural connotations, leaving important evidence for future generations to study the history of the ancients. This article starts from the origin of Ding and extends to the four social functions of Ding, including dietary appliances, state power, identity wealth and symbol of power, and finally envisions the development of Ding in today’s society.