This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Va. Beach, Va., this 29th day of June, 1933, in accordance with request made by self - Mr. [366], new Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Mrs. [...] who heard about the Work through Miss [380] [who 3 yrs. later obtained 1227-1 for Mrs. [...]'s young daughter].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mildred Davis and L. B. Cayce.

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body here and those conditions that disturb the physical functioning of the body; also the mental attitude of the body.
2. As we find, there are disturbing forces in the physical functioning of the body; these are rather the complications of tendencies both prenatal [lymphoid tuberculosis?] and karmic, as well as physical conditions existent in the body that disturb the better physical functioning. Some indiscretions of the body in its associations were also a former contributory cause [syphilis?].
3. These, then, are the conditions as we find them with this body, [366] we are speaking of:
4. The BLOOD SUPPLY is the life channel or flow through the system, keeping and causing the coordination and cooperation of the functioning organs of the body. This particular condition being what may be termed dis-ease in the mental, the spiritual and physical body, all these must be considered when giving any properties or applying any mental aptitudes for bringing resuscitating forces to the body, or entity as a whole.
5. While the condition in the epidermis is apparently much of the cause, it is not a cause at ALL; it is rather an effect! And, if the humor or condition were removed entirely without thought of what has caused or produced same, and were driven into the body, this would soon bring to the organs such detrimental conditions - in inflammation and in swelling - as to produce the separating of the physical from the spiritual.
6. Then, as we see, the blood supply is attempting to remove - or adjust itself to - the conditions that are manifested or exhibited in the form of eczema, or scrofula eczema [eczema tuberculatum? t.b. of the lymphatic glands? t.b. of the bones and joints? eczema scrofuladerma?] in the body, or epidermis or skin itself; and hence arises from deeper conditions. And, as we find, if it is approached in the proper way and manner, it may be not only relieved - and ease brought from the suffering that is caused at times - but the system may be ridded entirely of these disorders eventually.
7. Hence the condition of the blood in the present is a manifestation of disturbances, but not the cause.
8. In the NERVOUS SYSTEM, or systems, the general condition shows that in various portions of the body there has come such rigidity - by muscular contraction, and by the hardening of the urea in the blood, or the lymph has become so dried - as to make for some periods at times of intense suffering.
9. The palliatives or sedatives that have been administered from time to time can only be palliatives. And, unless other conditions are changed, they must gradually make for the conditions to become so set as to cause the physical to be incapable of coping with a body to be cleansed or to be brought to a normal condition. For, these conditions would become normal results of such reactions.
10. While these may be necessary in the beginning to retain in part, as fast as possible (and gradually, to be sure), these should be taken away from the body; or the body MUST meet the conditions through other sources, channels, ways or manners - see?
11. Hence, we will find the nerve system, throughout the applications that may be given, will at some periods almost REBEL; especially the sympathetic system. The cerebro-spinal with its tendons or feelers into the deeper tissue and organs of the system, is performing its functions well - under the stress and strain that is indicated in turning the circulation to elimination through the capillaries and sweat pores, when much should have been - and been able to have been - absorbed and eliminated through other channels. Hence, this will also at times rebel; yet, if the purpose is set mentally, spiritually, physically, with patience and persistence there may be a course followed that will bring the whole being into accord with constructive thinking, and with desires that become ultra-active in bringing to the consciousness the realization of the healing forces that may be brought to the body THROUGH such thinking and such activity.
12. For, first of all, let the body KNOW this:
13. Not palliatives, but healing that is sincere - of whatever nature, whether spiritual, magnetic, mechanical, even drugs, electrical, heat, or whatever application - to be of real aid for the body - must bear the imprint or stamp of the universal or divine. No matter in what sphere or plane a soul may find itself, this law is ever the same!
14. Construction and constructive influences can only emanate from GOOD. GOOD can only emanate from God.
15. Hence, that which may be healing in every nature - ANY nature - can only come from one source. Palliatives may be injected for a time; but half a truth is worse than a whole lie, for it deceiveth even the soul!
16. In the physical functionings of the ORGANS, these - as we find, in the body [366] - are near a normalcy FOR the general condition considered.
17. Then, as indicated, there are within the functioning of the organs and the glands of the body those conditions tended to make, in the distribution of that assimilated, that which has become destructive to the creative forces of constructive activity in the physical and mental body. These are known as humors, and in the forms as given have attacked the joints: and will attack the very marrow unless there are - not palliative, but - restorative, constructive, creative influences given to the body for its sustenance and reaction.
18. Then, in the beginning - as the activities are from within the glands, and the action of those forces that must establish for a reaction in the system to create for the body bettered conditions - begin as in this manner:
19. First, be mindful that the diet is well-balanced; but do not let the meals be overbalanced in sugars or meats, see? not too much sugars, nor too much meats; rather a well-balanced vegetable diet, and a great deal of green vegetables and those of the nature that will create within the urea and the lymph of the digestive forces that which purifies the system, creating for the body the balancing within the organs that will make for the better conditions.
20. Each day, beginning from this, we would take; the first day 3 drops of Atomidine 3 times each day, and the same for the first 3 days; then increase it 2 drops, taking 5 drops 3 times each day for 3 days; then leave it off wholly for 3 days; then begin again with 1 drop 3 times the first day, 2 drops 3 times the next day, 3 drops the next day; increasing each day 1 drop until 10 drops are being taken 3 times each day, see?
21. We would also on the joints, the knees, the elbows, the wrists, the hands, the feet, every other day apply first a saturated solution of Epsom Salts in packs, see? as hot as can be well stood by the body. Then, while the places are still warm from the packs, afterwards massage these joints with equal parts of tincture of myrrh, olive oil and sassafras oil. Heat the olive oil, adding the myrrh, and when near cool add the sassafras oil - see?
22. Where irritations appear in those portions of the skin, use Cuticura Ointment as a palliative - to be sure; for we must HEAL from within.
23. This outline we would follow, then, for four weeks; and five days before the time is up seek information, saying just what the conditions are to be met then, and these may be given.
24. Do this. After the four weeks we will give further instructions.
25. We are through for the present.

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BACKGROUND

1. 6/08/33 "I have been laid up these past 18 yrs. and am always glad to hear about what someone may be able to do for me."
2. 6/26/33 "For many yrs. I have had a severe case of skin trouble along with stiff joints; in fact the joints are locked, which is really an after effect of rheumatism and has confined me to bed. The questions uppermost in my mind at the present time are as follows: What tr. shall be followed in order to rid myself of this skin eruption? What can be done to limber my joints, so that they may be brought back to normal? Is the cause of my condition brought about by mental disturbance or purely physical? I hope my questions aren't selfish because I really hope that I can demonstrate my condition and spread the good message to others. Am enclosing $5 and pray that I may do better some other time."

REPORTS

1. 7/27/33 "On July 4th I began taking the treatments according to the rdg. of June 29th. So far, on the joints there is no visible change, with the exception of the right ankle which is a little swollen and sore. I have also been taking the drops and it appears that the eruption has been breaking out more.
   "During the past 3 wks. that I have been taking the treatments I have experienced chills even on the warmest days, and at times feel very weak. My back also has been aching much of the time. The sick feeling that I have so much has affected my appetite, and I have not been eating well. At night I sleep fairly well but not as good as I used to before taking up the treatments, so I presume that the body must be making a change.
   "Two days after I wrote and made the appointment for my rdg., my right eye became painful and blood-shot, so that I was unable to see with the eye. I figured it to be a cold so bathed the eye and thought in a day or so it would be alright, as I had a similar experience a couple of yrs. ago. After waiting about a wk. and it didn't get any better I felt that it might be caused by some bad teeth that I had in my mouth, so I had them extracted. I don't know yet what the cause is, but the pain has left the eye and it isn't as blood-shot, but I am unable to see anything very well with it. I can just about distinguish articles about me. I have kept the eye closed to rest it and have not been able to read or write as it is a strain on the left eye [Conjunctivitis?].
   "May I take this opportunity and thank you for your kind interest in me. You spoke of further information to be given me after hearing of the condition of my case, under the treatment. I hope my explanation is satisfactory and I shall be at home all the time so that any day you find convenient for yourself you will know that I am at home at the above address."
2. 8/05/33 EC wrote him an encouraging letter, urging him to write again within the next 10 days submitting questions.
3. 8/11/33 "I am glad to say that I am feeling a little better, although I have a few scattered pains. The disturbance of the skin has not got me discouraged, because it has been pretty bad at times before the treatments. I have faith in what is being done for me and don't expect miracles to happen overnight. My joints, of course, haven't showed any signs of limbering, but then they have been stiff so long it will take a while to notice any change." [He submitted questions.]
4. 8/22/33 See 366-2.

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