(Q) Do you think it is VERY DESIRABLE that I should study
this winter with Dr. [
1301]?
(A) As has been indicated, this - as we find - WOULD be very
good.
If considerations are given all phases of such study, as WE
find, under such guidance would be well for the body.
Within the consciousness of self there may be those aversions
to the manner of application of truth, tenets or ideals of
the body. But as has been indicated, it is well for the body
and body-consciousness of [
1158] to consider all approaches,
all phases and the application, and the CONSCIOUSNESSES of
that attained by individuals in their application of tenets
held to.
And as has been indicated for the body of [
1158] this body
as an entity may do and give as much as may be attained from
the study with such an entity as [
1301].
For as has been so oft indicated, it is in the giving of
that in hand that one gains in the SPIRITUAL sense; and in
the exchange of those tenets, those ideals, those ideas with
one that has made, does make such an application of truths
as Dr. [
1301], there would be the stimulation to the
body-mind of [
1158].
Then, when considered from all phases - as to the time and
the needs and desires - if this answers to something within,
then well to consider seriously the counsel as given.
If there is rather the desire to drift, or to accept without
the WHOLE consideration, then follow the desire of the self.
(Q) Can I do this without being disloyal to my good friend
Helena Martin?
(A) Does the study of any phase of teaching necessitate
that one forego friendship, or that of SINCERITY? Is it not
rather that self may be the better channel for service to its
own ideal?
Rather may it not then be as a HELPFULNESS to self, to the
friend?
Do not engage in the study, with either, to find the faults;
rather to find that which answers by its WORKABILITY, its
APPLICABILITY in thine own experience!
For too much antagonism is the outcome of finding or seeking
for the weakness in any.
For as the saw goes, there is so much good in the worst of
us, and so much bad in the best of us, it does not behoove
that ANY of us should find the fault one with another!
But rather let that mind be in thee which was in Jesus,
in Christ Jesus; he that is whole needs not the physician.
He that is satisfied with that in hand, then, has ceased to
grow, or ceased to be in the position where he may be helpful
to those STRUGGLING along the way.
(Q) In a former Reading you have advised me not to seek
spiritual help from other people, or through lectures or
books, but to be still, and meditate more, and read special
portions and books of the Bible.
(A) This is correct.
(Q) Why, therefore, are you now advising me to study with
Dr. [
1301]?
(A) The question is asked, "Would it be well?" The answer
is, "Well."
There are few, if any, who have attained that consciousness
that they may not be the gainer by studying with any
individuals who are SINCERE in their desire to give to
others, through their experience, through their study of ALL
metaphysical and spiritual subjects, that which will enable
an individual to meet the problems of coordinating activities
one with another.
Yet the real answer, the SOURCE of supply, IS - EVER - within
self! Just as music, art or spirituality of any nature;
the source is within the individual but the study, the
practice, the application of such with others that are
seeking makes for a union; and in union there is strength.
(Q) If Dr. [
1301] has a fine understanding of Spiritual Law,
why does she smoke, and drink occasional cocktails?
(A) Answer that even as the Master said, "What sought ye in
John? who renounced his position as a high priest, separated
himself, and lived only on locust and wild honey; garbed in
the raiment of camels' hair - and the girdle. Yet the Son
of man comes eating, drinking with his fellow man and ye say,
'Behold a glutton and a winebibber!'"
Ye are holding to the same stumblingblock - as His sister!
All good, all force is in DOING - in applying, in BEING!
As another has put it, "I will be all things unto all men
that I may thereby save the more."
If such OFFENDS thee, have no part then with same. But DO
NOT find FAULT that THAT is the answer to the INDIVIDUAL as
to the MANNER in which the greater number may be given aid!
(Q) In just what way will she be of special service to me?
(A) NONE unless there is real service sought and service
given!
STILL, it would be WELL - if the entity SEEKS to be such,
and to FIND such, in the association!
(Q) Will she help me to more perfectly bring forth an
abundant demonstration of material supply, substance, money,
to fill our every need?
(A) Just as given, not unless the entity feels she has
something to give and something to gain.
(Q) How or what can I do to help my husband abundantly fill
all of his indebtedness, cancel same, and demonstrate enough
over to meet our every need with a surplus to bless the
world?
(A) O that all - and the self with same - would gain that
consciousness, "USE THOU ME, O LORD, AS THOU SEEST THAT I -
AS THY SERVANT - MAY SERVE YOU BETTER!"
And to be, then, in whatsoever position ye find thyself, not
SATISFIED - but SPIRITUALLY, MENTALLY, CONTENT!
For without contentment no peace may be had. But if peace
is found, if harmony is obtained in self, THEN may there
be the greater outpouring of the blessings of the Father -
Whether in material, mental or what not - upon thee and thy
household!
How gave He of old? Seek first the kingdom of heaven, have
it within, and all these things may be added unto thee in
their respective places.
This ye know, this ye see; but to be busy at same is the
greater problem of every individual - which comes back to
that which has so oft been given: SOW in thy conversation,
in thy daily activity, the SEED of the SPIRIT: and leave the
RESULTS with the Father!
(Q) Can the aforesaid be accomplished in 1938?
(A) Whether it's accomplished in '38 or '98 - It may be
accomplished in the moment, if that consciousness is attained
- and then held, and worked at!
For as He hath given (and His promises are sure), "If and
when ye abide in me, whatsoever ye shall ask it shall be
GIVEN thee - believing, BELIEVING that ye have same."
(Q) How can I make the most progress in my singing this
winter?
(A) By the application of self in that direction, as has
been indicated.
(Q) Will study with Dr. [
1301] help me progress more rapidly
in my singing?
(A) This question would imply material gain irrespective
of all other!
AGAIN, if there is to be given by self and something to be
gained by self, and the consciousness that it exists in the
experience of the teacher and in self AS the gift from the
Creator, yes! Not WITHOUT that may it be gained!
(Q) Please give me definite instructions how to
constructively handle the - [
1334] - Osteopath emotional
reactions?
(A) As each circumstance or condition arises in respect
to same, let that purpose be in thee which is the basis of
ALL human relationships for the better, the greater spiritual
understanding, to wit:-
"As ye would that others should do to thee, do ye even so to
them."
The whole relationship of EVERY emotional or mental nature,
then, responds to the Creative Forces that are in Him.
We are through for the present.
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BACKGROUND
11/28/37 See
1158-14, especially Par. 12-A, and
1158-12,
Par. 44-A on
11/19/37.
1/18/38 Letter: "Another thing that has given me a cause
for thought is concerning advice given in my Mental and
Spiritual Reading to the effect that I should study this
winter with Dr. [
1301]. That is, I asked if it would be
a good idea for me to study with her, and the answer came
back Yes. After meeting her, I discovered she smokes, and
also drinks cocktails. This means nothing to me except I
have accepted the idea that as we grow in spiritual
understanding we find less and less need for turning to
physical things for stimulation and help.
"For some years I have known a Miss Helena Martin who is a
metaphysician. She is a very beautiful character and leads
a very pure, high character of life. She is much more my
ideal than Mrs. [
1301] (though I admire Mrs. [
1301]). She
neither drinks, smokes, nor eats meat, yet never have I heard
her condemn nor criticize anyone for doing any of these
things. Both my husband and myself feel she is a splendid,
constructive, powerful force for good on earth. We have
often taken difficulties to her and received constructive
help. Somehow, it gives me a feeling of being disloyal to
a fine teacher to suddenly start studying with someone else
- I have not been able, in fact, to do it. True, I am not
studying with Miss Martin, but I do follow and approve of
her line of thinking, and do turn to her, now and again,
when I feel the need of spiritual help. Therefore, I would
like a Ck. Mental-Spiritual Reading with questions, asking
something like the following": [
1/31/38 See 1158-15.]
3/12/38 Mrs. [
1158] obtained another Ck. Physical - See
1158-16, and later subsequent Ck. Physicals.
REPORTS
She referred Mrs. [
1498] and Mr. [
1486] for readings.
8/11/49 GD's letter to [
1158] on hearing of her husband,
[
1151]'s death:
My dear, sweet Friend [
1158]:-
The last few days you have been in my thoughts constantly,
and even for months before I kept thinking and dreaming
about you and [
1151] and planning to write. Strange,
sometimes, how the people I love the most seem to get the
least attention from me.
Of all devoted wives I'm sure you have a keener sense of
loss in physical separation from your beloved mate. Still,
I know you are more capable than any other to arrive at the
spiritual meaning and to carry on your part in the great,
over-all plan. I seem to hear him saying, with Jesus:
"Be of good cheer... I go to prepare a place for you..."
Your souls, as the readings put it, are so "well knit
together" that there is no real separation in all eternity.
We are not able ever to think of you apart, whether in or
out of the body.
God bless and keep you. Come to see us when you can.
Lovingly, [signed] Gladys
11/22/49 HLC's ltr. to [
1158]:
Dear [
1158]:
Time and only time will soften the shock of the drastic
physical changes that have become necessary in your life,
but gradually your understanding and appreciation for the
"larger plan" will come to the front of your thinking.
Few individuals are prepared as well as you to meet the
situation. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
In the wider road of experience which lies ahead of [
1151],
he will not be restricted in the development and use of the
many spiritual qualities which he had developed. These are
trying times and I am sure you realize what a great need
there is for men of his calibre in the realm of thought.
It is sometimes hard for us to understand and grasp the
tremendous scope of universal law, but when we do catch
even a tiny glimpse of the light ahead, living takes on
more meaning. Suffering is a part of the unreal world in
which we find ourselves. As you well know, only man has
made it so.
Our greetings and love to you and all the family.
Sincerely, Hugh Lynn Cayce [HLC:o]
Edgar Cayce Readings © 1971, 1993, 1994, 1995 by the Edgar Cayce Foundation