Edgar Cayce Readings, 1151-4

(Entity, [1151] born Feb. 12, 1889, in Brooklyn, N.Y., and the information given him thru this channel in his Life Rdg. You will continue with the record of this entity, that will be of value to him in his present affairs and associations, answering the questions submitted regarding same by the entity, present in this room, as I ask them.)

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EC: Yes, we have the records here of the entity now known as or called [1151] present in this room.
In giving the interpretations, as has been indicated much may be given from these records, much that in varied ways as the opportunities present themselves may assist or be helpful in the entity's determining in its own present experience the activities that would become more in keeping with the desires of the entity in meeting the problems in the present in the ways and manners that are in accord with the policies, the ideals and the purposes.
These, as has been indicated, may be sought again and again.
That the activities of the entity in the present are such that are impelled or prompted through those experiences especially from those activities in the Palestine or Roman period of the entity has been indicated. And yet these touch in such a way and manner not only the problems that are of a national and international nature, as then dealt with, but individual problems, individual applications also, as then, become a part of the entity's experience; as well as those influences that deal with many other phases.
These we would approach from that seeking of the entity in the present.
Ready for questions.
(Q) Was I in a previous incarnation known as James Abram Garfield?
(A) So close are the associations with the activities of that entity, during those periods when there were those activities of the entity known as or called James A. Garfield, that he - that entity - oft would guide or would give judgements as to those experiences. Not the ENTITY, but as might be said the SPIRIT of same activates with the entity at times.
(Q) Would you please explain why others [i.e., Moon Trail thru Horace Hambling] have this impression, and tell me so?
(A) As has just been indicated - there are these conditions; we will approach from this angle, from that just given:
So oft those in the material plane are so sensitive, as to the aura of an individual entity, that they see and experience the presence of the influence that would be with or direct an individual - and thus would proclaim that THAT individual, THAT entity, WAS such and such. See?
Then this is the manner, this is the way as we find in the experiences of this entity, [1151] when that such an expression is often seen with the activities.
For as we find here, the entity James A. Garfield is still in developments in what would be termed by some as the seventh plane.
(Q) Have you any indication to give me concerning the improvement in the relations between the entities [1265], [1266], and myself?
(A) As has just been indicated, and as has been given, this is a period when the greater activities of the entity are apparent in its relationships with many individuals, as well as with national and international problems.
As there has been begun a correlating of the deeper selves of the entities [1265] and [1266] these then are as it were working upon themselves. And as we find - though a period would be setting limitations - by or within the next few months - two months or a little more - we will find their ideals giving expression to each in bringing about the closer relationships, and an "ironing out" as it were of their differences.
To refer then just a bit to the activities of each of these entities, for in this connection there comes then those visions of each - though they, to be sure, are only a portion of the entity's experience. For each entity must respond to that which is the cause of an activity within himself.
But as this entity [1151] was in the experience where the close associations of these entities were in activities, there were those constant reaffirmings to each in that experience of their dependence upon each other in their respective spheres of activity for the common good of that which was represented by each in its relationships to a nation, a people, a government; as well as the greater ideals that were attained by the entity [1151] then through the experience.
Hence in the present, there is that activity wherein this entity [1151] may only give to each that which then caused each to give of his best for a COMMON purpose, as well as for a peace within self in reaching an objective that gave and allowed for the greater expressions of self.
There is ever in the experience of each individual the desire of the expression of the ego within self. Hence that ideal as gained by the entity in the experience when selflessness was rather the key to those ideals and purposes of a great nation, a great leader, and an ideal counsellor to a leader.
Hence these influences in the present become as the keys to the situations in influencing; not that which would override their own individualities or personalities, but that would persuade, that would influence each to give expression of the best in self to make those friendships, those ideals, those purposes that form the basis of any activity in the experience of an individual entity in the present.
These then, as indicated, show fruit. And as might have been said by the entity's activities then, keep to an ideal, to a purposefulness, to an association that brings harmony rather than strife or jealousy or petty conditions that may cause strife for others.
(Q) Am I in accord with R.R. labor sufficiently to establish greater harmony in labor management relations on the Railroads?
(A) These, to be sure, offer problems, even in the greatest of ideals or purposes, to leaders in the various groups.
But as we find, this is an indication of that just given as to how the entity in those periods of activity from the Roman and Palestine experience made for such associations where turmoils, strifes of every nature were under the influence of the entity's own convictions within himself of a peaceful, harmonious activity among the laymen, the workmen, the official, those in the higher financial circles.
So as we find, so long as the entity holds to those purposes, those policies, those ideals as were maintained in those experiences, in the present, we will find the entity not only efficient but sufficient to meet the greater demands of those who are NOT ENTIRELY so erratic as to seek for self without consideration to the whole.
Hence we would give that the entity is efficient, so long as there is remembered that walk to Emmaus!
(Q) Is it desirable for me to contact the entities Geo. M. Harrison and Donald R. Richburg, as well as [1354]?
(A) Here these each offer as we find a variation in the approaches. Richburg especially is something of an egotist, yet relies upon influences or policies of the moment - which may be easily handled by [1151]. However, the others offer different attitudes, for these we find very well balanced.
Hence as we would give, then, considering all conditions, it would be most advisable to contact all. For they have their influence, their activity, as well as their problems.
And as the entity is efficient and sufficient, with an ideal as a light and guide, it is well that there be a closer understanding.
(Q) Will the [1848] Senate investigation have any adverse effect on my relation with labor and investors?
(A) Here we meet somewhat of a mass problem. If there are those activities of [1151] in the way that has been planned, in his own mind, as to some of the reports to this investigating committee, there will be a flare but little or no problem produced by same as they each (the investor and labor) consider the problems as a whole.
(Q) Is there anything I can do to protect myself against misrepresentation or misunderstanding?
(A) As has been indicated, if those policies and purposes are carried out that have been turned over in the mind of the entity [1151] as respecting reports that go from investors as well as those of labor, and labor considered to be sure in its proper relationships as to the full service for service, this would simplify the whole - as has been indicated.
That is, there have been ideas and policies that have been a part of the entity's activities in these relations. Keep these as the entity has ever, in such a position to investigators, to quizzers, to all of those in the same way and manner as has ever been. And there will be little misunderstanding, and a most favorable report for the activities in the manner they have been conducted heretofore by [1151].
(Q) Would you give to me more details concerning the walk with the Master to Emmaus?
(A) As had been indicated, during the actual period of Crucifixion the entity was in Rome - or upon the way from Rome to Palestine. Hence those three days and those activities that brought about this were the natural associations of the entity, now called [1151], with those that were in close association and of the family of the companion that was so disturbed by the reports. And the natural, the HUMAN relationships DREW the companions - not the apostles or disciples but the COMPANIONS. And as this was a portion of the entity's activity for its government, to inspect the activities about Emmaus, this became then a natural thing.
And as there had been created in the heart and the mind of the entity, there was - as has been the promise ever - "Draw nigh to me and I, thy Lord, will draw nigh to thee." And He came, and walked, and talked. And as the questions arose as to the discussions, their natural tendencies were, upon the part of the entity now [1151], to question not only the Master but the companion as to what had been the happenings, what part the Romans, what part the Jews, what part those of others had taken in this deed that had brought SO MUCH to the activities and thoughts and the very conditions surrounding all of the conditions that arose - as to the opening of graves, the rending of the veil of the temple, and the like.
Then as they sat at meat, as He brake the bread (that represents His broken body), there came the knowledge that they spoke with the Master.
Hence an experience which may draw this very near to the entity in the present: How oft in thine experience has there come to thy inmost knowledge the REAL, REAL purpose of individuals as ye broke bread with them!
Not that this then becomes as an omen. It is a REALITY; for ye broke bread with LIFE itself! And as it represents the staff of life, as it represents His body, how MUCH, how oft, how great is the influence in thine experience of those ye break bread with!
(Q) Was the period between the Crucifixion and the walk to Emmaus a period of several weeks, or months?
(A) Rather days; for it was still fresh, still the topic not only of those of his followers (that were so bewildered) but the WONDERMENT of those that had been touched, the seeking of knowledge concerning the happenings by those that were in authority.
(Q) Can I trust [1354]?
(A) (In undertone, "It's a long way!") As the entity has found in the experience with [1354] (or will find), oft there is a tendency for too much talk. Not intentional; but as we find - yes, he may be trusted, but ever with that oath of honor.
(Q) Should I be more cautious than I have been in conversing with the entity [1354]?
(A) As just indicated, well to be cautious but not so cautious as to excite or to cause suspicion. It is one thing to be cautious and another thing to be so cautious as to excite or to cause suspicion.
These are rather policies; but remember this: If you would invite confidence, ye must give it. If ye would invite love, ye must show it. If ye would invite faith, ye must show it.
This is a natural law. And those that approach in such a way and manner, with such an understanding, are - as had just been given - on honor! And there is honor even among those of the more unruly! For honor, truth, life, has been in flesh! And sin HAS not, cannot!
We are through for the present.
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BACKGROUND

See 1151-1 on 4/22/36 and 1151-3 on 5/30/36.

REPORTS

12/02/36 See wife's Ck. Life, 1158-5.
12/13/36 See his second Physical Rdg., 1151-5.
12/16/36 See daughter's Life Reading, 1206-3, Par. 33-A indicating that [1151] and [1158] were closely associated with [1206] in Rome when [1206] was a stepchild of Claudius.
12/19/36 See son's Life Rdg., 1188-2 Par. 42-A indicating close associations with [1151] and [1158] in the Palestine-Roman period when [1188] was Gamaliel.
1/25/37 See wife's Ck. Life, 1158-6.
2/12/37 See Ck. Life 1151-6.