Edgar Cayce Readings, 254-27

Time and Place: 5:10 P. M. Eastern Standard Time. [Later numbered 315]. Virginia Beach, Va.

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GC: You will have before you the psychic work of Edgar Cayce, and all of those directly and indirectly associated with and interested in same, and you will continue with the answering of the questions that I ask you regarding any or all of these. Should there by any questions asked here that should not be asked, you will please tell us so, and why.
EC: Yes, we have the psychic work, or the PHENOMENA of psychic forces as manifested through Edgar Cayce, and those associated and interested, directly and indirectly in the propagation of same. Ready for questions.
(Q) As given in former reading, the ones directly interested in same, and those directly associated with same, should give out that information that would interest many more. You will please tell us how the ones directly and indirectly associated should give out this information, and when.
(A) Whenever possible. This, as we see, covers a vast scope of work, and of the exercising of the forces in the phenomena in various manners. As to giving same out, is a physical, mechanical, operation, for portions (any portions that may be chosen by the various ones directly associated with same) sent to those indirectly, or practically having little knowledge of same, would not only be of interest but would bring many more to the point of interest and in contact with same directly. Then, these things (as things, see?); that is, quotations from various readings, a compilation of truths as have been given in various phases of the work, should be compiled into pamphlets, books or leaflets, and first, beginning with the ones who have been indirectly associated or interested in the work, from the material or from a personal immaterial regarding work, these would form a nucleus to begin with, see? Then gradually expanding on this would bring a different phase and position, materially, to these operations. This is what is meant, and how. Begin, if only in a small way, to interest those in the various ways, see? [1/16/26 & 3/15/27 See 195-21 & 195-41 re pamphlet on EC Work.]
(Q) What should Edgar Cayce, if anything, do in this and the adjoining vicinity to make known the work, and his ideals in respect to same.
(A) In the same vicinity, in the district, in the WHOLE WORLD, distribute that as has been outlined here, see? Not as something emblazoned as something new; not as something as an idea; not as something as a mystery; not as something that is a side show - but rather as offering of self in service to him who would come, see?
(Q) How may the finances be obtained with which to have this literature printed and sent out?
(A) This should be contributed by those directly interested in the propagation of same. Also by the work itself. That is, extracts from such will interest people who are willing to contribute, see? and there may be compiled data from same that would be acceptable to magazines and newspapers. These should be sent out, money received from same and expended in the expansion of the work.
(Q) It has been given that when the work, or those associated with same were located at Virginia Beach, we should ask what should be done to obtain the finances necessary for the up-keep of the work and those associated with it. Also how to go about to establish an institution here. Will you now make this plain to us?
(A) Many of the channels as has been given, we see, are open for this same, see? The forces are then as the same - yesterday, to-day and forever - for these are of the making of the oneness of that force as may be manifested in the physical world from the oneness of all Universal forces. Then, in this manner: First, as given, HERE, see? Virginia Beach. Then, begin in an honest, systematic manner to give to all directly and indirectly associated and interested in work the brief outline of the purpose and intent, and using then every channel through which means may be obtained to propagate such work, in the persistant, self-sacrificing, self-esteeming manner. Not as the beggar; not as one wantonly using the divine forces as are manifest in such phenomena, but as that of the right to use the forces in the way and manner as is commensurate with work or efforts of individuals applying same. Then, to newspapers, magazines, and to all of those channels through which data may be given and spread out to others, and through those channels as has been given that these forces may apply through this channel of supplying the needs for such an institute, see? Then, as we see, those various channels that offer assistance through the assistance lent in various manners, these too, as will be seen, will supply their portion. Such as is seen through the efforts of [137] - [900] in their operations and in their endeavors to understand the spiritual laws as are phenomenized in the material world and may be used in whole or part in their daily endeavors. Also in the articles or propaganda that may be ascribed to the efforts of either both of these. Also in those efforts of [953] in the operations in the oil fields, as well as through those other channels as is set by the individual in the propagation of data as may be gathered from time to time. Also as may be seen in the efforts of [195] in the distribution of those properties that may prove of value to specific ills and ails of the human family, and in the association of the phenomena in other channels with the same individual work as is expanded from time to time. Also as is seen in the efforts of others that will come later in their various channels. Also as will be seen in the efforts of those in the next few months in the South, in the various channels and peoples that will become interested in the phenomena through [287], and also in the many various channels as are being opened by the partial efforts as expended, and which should be enlarged upon in the local or adjacent surroundings to the present location. These then, all, in a systematic, in an honest applied effort by the individuals, in this way and manner may the propagation of the work be expanded, and may the institution receive that impetus as is necessary for the forwarding of same; yet all this must be done in that way and manner that gives all the glory and honor of same to that Holy One, the Giver of all good and perfect gifts. Think not to bring self in that position as "I have accomplished, I will do," for the spirit of truth searcheth even to the joint and marrow, and the laws of the spiritual forces are even stricter than those of the secular as manifest in the physical, for in the manifesting of spiritual laws there is oneness of the Father, made perfect in Him.
We are through for the present.

REPORTS

1/30/26 Minutes of a staff meeting called by Edgar Cayce:
On this 30th day of January, 1926, we four - Edgar Cayce, Gertrude Cayce, Hugh Lynn Cayce and Gladys Davis - determine to study, systematically, the data as obtained in readings given by Edgar Cayce while in the psychic state, to record any truths or facts found therein, and laws regulating the same, if there be such.
Question: Why do we believe the bulk of such data is of value as a study? Answer: BECAUSE, when help from all other sources had failed, each of us received individual physical benefits for bodily ills from the same, and we have also seen others benefitted.
BECAUSE such data received made us think, and think, and think, as never before.
BECAUSE we believe that, through a further study of such information, we will be better able to help others.
BECAUSE we find that it conforms to the teachings of the Master, and we believe that a study of the Edgar Cayce readings will help us to apply the Master's life and teachings in our everyday life.
The first class of reading we shall study is the Physical Reading. We have observed from this class of reading that the following rules are necessary to obtain the best results from it.
1. There must be the sincere desire of the person wishing the assistance (or of one responsible for the moral and spiritual development of the individual), because the individual, through the desire, places its subconscious mind in a position where Edgar Cayce's subconscious may be attuned with it.
Then, Edgar Cayce must be able through the subconscious to gain from the subconscious of the individual a knowledge of the physical ills of that individual seeking (for the subconscious of an individual controls the physical); and he is then able through the same force to gain the knowledge of the experiences of the subconscious, thereby giving that necessary for the cure of the physical ills of the body, and gain from the all-knowing power within the entity that which will be of assistance to it.
This also applies in the case where one is responsible for the spiritual, mental and moral development of the individual; for through the desire of that individual the subconscious may contact the subconscious of the person needing the assistance. 2. There must be sufficient faith in the work, and report of the same, to carry out the suggestions given, to the letter, as far as possible. For, when there has been the failure to comply with the mental, physical, moral or spiritual laws, there must be the complying with other laws to counterbalance the existing conditions.
3. There must be the sincere belief in the divine forces innate in each individual, for this is necessary if the individual would gain a concept of ALL the good that it is possible to obtain.
When the person desiring the reading cooperates to the best of his ability, through (or with) the above three rules, a Physical Reading with the following characteristics is obtained:
a. It describes the abnormal conditions existing in the body, and the cause of these.
b. It outlines the treatment, or a course of treatments, to pursue to correct the abnormal conditions. These suggested treatments may cover or include several schools of healing, apparently according to the needs of the individual; for each finds that the reading applies to his individual condition.
c. If the suggested treatments are followed the individual receives physical benefits, and there is also created in the mind of the person the realization of unseen forces manifesting.
General observations: There are specific appliances and medicines that have been given through these readings that may be used universally for the benefit of mankind.
THE RADIO-ACTIVE APPLIANCE, with various connections for specific conditions, has been recommended for such ailments as goitre, anemia, neuritis, catarrh, sick headache, debility, nervousness, insomnia, rheumatism, neuralgia, etc. This appliance operates on the theory of atomic vibration, creating an equalization of metabolism throughout the system, correcting the functioning of deranged organs without taxation to any. There are numerous instances where this Radio-Active Appliance has proven its worth.
IPSAB - a suggested remedy for pyorrhea and/or bleeding gums - is apparently founded on the germ theory. The combined ingredients in the formula are to be applied locally for destroying the germ, and also for increasing circulation to the gums and teeth. In every case where this Ipsab has been tried (except where the disease has reached such a stage that the nerve itself has become involved or infected) it has proven a successful remedy, used by many dentists as well as laymen. OTHER SPECIFIC REMEDIES may prove just as effective. Certain specifics have been given in the readings (to be combined with other suggested treatments) for the various stages of diabetes, tuberculosis, cancer, etc., and if these were tested they might prove as effective as the Radio-Active Appliance and Ipsab have proven in their specific usage. We feel there is a great need for laboratory research in this phase of work.
The next class of reading we will study is the Life Reading.
[GD's note: 1/77 A.R.E. News carried above minutes of A STAFF MEETING OVER 50 YEARS AGO...from paragraph 1 through item c above.]