This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Milton W. Harrison, 56 Highland Circle, Bronxville, N.Y., this 13th day of April, 1940, in accordance with request made by the self - Mrs. [1468], Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Hugh Lynn Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mrs. [1468].

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1. HLC: You will have before you the entity, [1468], born Chicago, Ill., June 21, 1890. You will examine the records of this entity and give detailed information regarding the incarnation just previous to her sojourn as Edith Maxwoll in Philadelphia, as given in the Life Reading. She seeks to study the continuity of her spiritual development. You will cover her biographical life, giving the date of her birth and death in that life, education and background, economic condition, names of parents, brothers and sisters, husband and children if any, and what relation they might have to her in her present life; also associations throughout that incarnation from the entity's entrance to her departure; giving the conditions which are as personalities latent or exhibited in the present life, developing or retarding associations and influences of that incarnation, and how they may be used in the present expression for the entity's highest development and service. Should this sojourn have been unusually short, give the incarnation preceding that one too; or, if this incarnation for any reason should not be given, explain this and give the information on the next preceding incarnation. You will then answer the questions she submits, as I ask them, concerning her present life associations.
2. EC: Yes, we have the records here of that entity now known as or called [1468].
3. In those interpretations that have been indicated as to the entity's activities in the material plane, not all of the sojourns in the earth were given. Many of those that have been a part of the experience only become confusions unless there are those activities, associations or influences that bring the experiences - through the application or development of the ideals of the entity in the present - into a parallel or cross current position in relation to these sojourns.
4. So, in this entity's experience, we find there have been at least three sojourns in the earth between those indicated as the last two appearances in the earth preceding the one now as [1468].
5. These were not presented in the beginning because of something in the associations and activities being eradicated from the consciousness of the entity, in its attempt to act upon the influences from within as to coordinate its actions according to its ideal in the present experience.
6. Then, before that appearance as Edith Maxwoll, we find that the entity was in the Norse land, in what is now a portion of the Helzen Fjord lands.
7. Turmoils were brought in the experience of the entity then through the activities in which there was the taking leave from all the family associations, - the results of which have been experienced in the present in the great loneliness at times, which has become almost as something not to be borne; also in some associations that were close in the present, which have been attempted to be effaced from the influences being brought to bear upon the entity, in order to bring about more of an awakening from within, in the present.
8. But, a description of the entity's experience there: We find that the entity was of a peoples who were drawn to the ideas and ideals prompted from the great Odin, who brought a message as to the relationships of individuals with the First Cause, by the unusual inclinations or tendencies which bespoke those influences termed in the present as the supernatural, the supernormal, - not only because of the changing in the influences of the sun's activity upon the material blessings or material supplies and surroundings, but because of the purposes of individuals in their relationships to that portion of the then known world.
9. Know that these were expressions of that which is divine in the development of man's relationships one to another.
10. There the entity then was born, into a family of three children, to those who accepted those tenets of Odin, and brought into their experiences the attempts to materialize the mental and spiritual implications and tenets of that teacher.
11. The sire or father of the entity then was one who forged metals, one who made usage of the various iron and metal combinations.
12. The mother of the entity had been a weaver of reeds, as a decorator of abodes or homes.
13. Then, in that environment we find that the entity grew to a sturdy, steady activity for the carrying on of those tenets and principles that were established by the union of minds and purposes as indicated in a material as well as a social and home and economic experience of a peoples of the day.
14. The name then was Schwelenger, - Amele Schwelenger. In the experience the entity gained, the entity lost.
15. Disturbing and destructive forces were brought for the entity by the associations with one who later became as an outcast, owing to the disobedience to the tenets of Odin, as well as to the activities of those who were the parents of the entity.
16. After the birth of the second child (which has been in another experience a portion of the entity's activity), the entity destroyed self, - in the fjords or waterways.
17. Thus we find the influences arising in the experience of the entity in the present, - as the periods of what may be called melancholia, disappointments, discouragements.
18. As to the offspring, - as indicated, these have been a part of the entity's experience even through the present sojourn; one as the brother; the other as a friend that has been close, again distant, again as a helping hand in experiences not only through this material sojourn but others.
19. There, we find, was the experience of the entity then, and now known as [1468]. The reason for refraining from giving same in the beginning was that it might have brought the condemning of self so as to produce discouraging rather than helpful influences through the present, because of the periods of the losing of self.
20. As to the date, - 1592.
21. Ready for questions.
22. (Q) Was the place what is known as Norway today?
    (A) Place very close to the borderline between Norway and Sweden, - the Norse land.
23. (Q) Has the entity now known as Manuel [...] (pronounced [...]) been closely associated with me in other lives, if so, when, where and how, and would a marriage with him in this life be successful and happy?
    (A) As we find, there HAS been an association. In the experience just indicated, he was a friend who attempted to add to the helpfulness and was misunderstood; and then became as one very disturbing to the entity. There was also an association in the sojourn previous to that, in 1028, in the Grecian and Corinthian activity. He was then closely associated with the entity.
    Such an association CAN be made a helpful experience for each.
24. (Q) Have I had an incarnation in Greece during the time of Pericles and Aspasia, and if so, was I closely associated with Aspasia and in what way?
    (A) As indicated, there was a Grecian incarnation. This had best be left until closer associations are made, or until the environs or activities there are better indicated.
    The activities were in associations with the teachers Pericles and Aspasia; and the entity was CLOSELY associated with the latter, but rather in adverse association - in a social way - with the former.
25. (Q) Regarding my Philadelphia incarnation where I was known as Edith Maxwoll, what was the year I came from Norway to Philadelphia and the year of my death, and did I have children in that life?
    (A) No children in that life, as we find, and the associations and activities were as we have indicated; coming into the sojourn during that period of 1794, and the death in 1812.
26. (Q) What was the name in this incarnation of the one who was my husband then, Adolph Abercrombie?
    (A) Abercrombie, as indicated, was one of the soldiery; and as we find has only been as a passing acquaintance in the present. As to name, - Andrews.
27. (Q) Andrews, - is that correct?
    (A) Andrews.
28. (Q) Was [...] my husband in this life, closely associated with me in a former life, if so, when, where and how, and is he still living and where?
    (A) Closely associated in those experiences just indicated, that brought the destruction of self. THAT was the only association, as we find.
    As to his whereabouts, - this we haven't, from this source here.
29. (Q) Was the entity now known as Myrtle Glenn Terry closely associated with me in a former life, if so, when, where and how, and why do I continue to stand by her in spite of so much friction?
    (A) As we find, this was an experience of the entity in its Laodicea activity, and she was one of the entity's own household. And doesn't one stand by one's own blood?
30. (Q) Has the domination on the part of the entity now known as Mrs. Beth Dearborn (formerly Beth Evans) been due to a close association with her in a past life, if so, when, where and how, and what caused the break in our friendship here and should it be patched up?
    (A) She was the mother of the entity in that Norse land. The break then was due to the differences of opinions concerning the courses to pursue in relationship to the companion, as well as to the offspring; bringing about the separations by the road of self-destruction.
    In the present experience we will find that it will be well LATER for the friendship to be renewed; for the greater development of each.
31. (Q) Has the entity now known as Mrs. Muriel W. Dundas Boone been closely associated with me in a former life, if so, when, where and how, and why does she seem to feel antagonistic toward me; and will the present association continue and will her mental condition improve?
    (A) Here we find the associations from the Grecian experience of the entity, in those activities in which there was a great deal of animosity exercised (as would be called in the present) owing to the tenets and principles of activities in relationships dealing with the satisfying or gratifying of material desires and appetites.
    The very same character of activities, as we find, are indicated in the present.
    Eventually we find these will bring destructive forces, - not to the entity [1468], but to Boone.
32. (Q) Was I ever a follower in a past life of the entity on this plane known as Mary Baker Eddy, if so, when and where and what was her name at that time?
    (A) We do not find an association.
33. (Q) Was I ever closely associated with the entity now known as Charlotte Stillman, if so, when, where and how, and will my association with her continue?
    (A) As we find, in the experience just previous to this there was the closer association; and it should be a continuation - for a helpful force for each; as also in the Egyptian experience, when the entity's activities were a helpful influence throughout that sojourn.
34. (Q) Do you see an improvement in my spiritual growth and approach to life?
    (A) If there had not been such, could there have been given the greater insight into those influences that have worked hardships, as well as periods of rest in the experience? For, as the entity continues to look within, THERE the promise has been and is that He, the way, the truth, the light, will meet thee; in making and bringing that into the experience, mentally, materially, that is the helpful force for the greater spiritual development.
35. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file
    [One question listed not answered: Can I hope to bring forth anything along the lines of inspirational writing in the near future? Will the barrier that seems to block my path soon dissolve?]

BACKGROUND

1. See 1468-4.

REPORTS

1. 4/29/40 EC's ltr. to Mrs. [1770]: "...Saw [1468] [while in N.Y.] believe she is to get married soon. She was out - had a reading - believe that was one of her questions..."
2. 5/14/40 [1468]'s letter to EC:
   New York
   Dear Lucius [294] -
   I am sending you the enclosed letter from [1770] because, frankly, I don't understand it at all.
   I am not aware of being "engaged to be married soon" and it seems to me I should be the one to know it, if such were the case, and to properly announce it.
   I did ask a question along that line when I had my reading, [See 1468-6], but it was merely a question, and even if it should have happened to be serious (which it is not) I feel sure that anything in connection with a Reading would be held strictly confidential, if not sacred, and not mentioned even to anyone as close as [1472]. So I feel certain it can't be that.
   Perhaps [1770] has misunderstood you, but it really is most embarrassing to have to write her and talk about anything as silly as this is. Can you enlighten me?
   I received your letter and have been meaning to write you but have been rather busy. I was so sorry you couldn't have stopped off in New York but glad you were able to help your sister and of course that was important.
   I haven't heard from Mrs. [2185] since she had her reading. Have tried to reach her several times but think she must be out of town.
   I shall write you more next time, this is just a short note.
   Hope you are feeling much better and that may hear soon.
   Love, [1468]
3. 12/10/41 Mrs. [1770]'s letter to EC: "[1468] not at the meeting? I can hardly believe it; of course you missed such a loyal supporter."
4. 8/11/42 Mrs. [2799]'s letter: "I am a friend of Miss [1468] and Mrs. [2185]. It was these lovely ladies who first made me acquainted with your glorious work."
5. 12/05/42 [1468]'s letter to EC: New York, N.Y.
   Asso. for Research & Enlightenment, Inc. Virginia Beach, Virginia
   Dear Sirs -
   I have received notices announcing the forthcoming edition of "There is a River" and also your letter stating that you have asked the publisher to send me a copy direct at $5.00 and am extremely sorry to say I do not feel that I am in a position to accept it at this time and would kindly ask that you cancel that order.
   With best wishes, I am,
   Sincerely yours, [1468]
6. 12/09/42 EC's letter to [1468]:
   Dear Miss [1468]:
   Thanks for yours of the 5th - soor [sorry] you do not care for the book, but it has already been mailed from the Publishers, and has possibly already been delivered.
   Please address it here and drop in the mail enclose postage for same.
   With every good wish
   Sincerely, [signed] Edgar Cayce
7. GD's note: In 1950 Gina Cerminara's book, MANY MANSIONS, uses Case [1468] as an example of karma, on pages 161-162 of the chapter, "The Lonely Ones."
8. 10/01/50 A.R.E. card to N.Y. mailing list:
   (Please help us bring our New York mailing list up to date. If you wish to continue receiving announcements of our activities check this card and drop it in the mail.)
   Keep me posted on Association:
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   Signed (Mrs.) [1468] Hotel ..., ... Ave., New York, NY (Change of address if needed)
9. 12/10/50 A.R.E. Membership Application:
   ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP (X) THE SEARCHLIGHT for one year......$5.00 ( ) Abstracting Service...............(Voluntary)
   It is understood that members of either class are entitled to receive the above publications as they are prepared. Any member shall have the right to withdraw at any time, without reimbursement.
   Also, I understand that the Association is not responsible for the acts of its members; nor does it claim that any information set forth in its literature is specified for any one individual. Members using such information are participating in the research activities of the organization on their own responsibility.
   I enclose herewith my check (or money order) for $5.00 as payment in full; or $....herewith and will pay $....quarterly or $....monthly.
   Date: Dec. 1950 Agreed and Signed Mrs. [1468] Address: Hotel ..., ... Ave., New York, N.Y.
   In order to assist the Association Staff in planning its research and publication program, I check the following specific interests:
   PHYSICAL SCIENTIFIC Specific Diseases (list below) Laws of Psychic Phenomena Evidence for Telepathy, Clairvoyance, etc. Reports on Investigations of Psychic Phenomena
   Specific Systems of Treatment SPIRITUAL Diet Suggestions Development of Psychic Exercise Ability, Bible Study, Inspirational Selections, METAPHYSICAL Christian Mysticism as Phlosophic Concepts Presented in the Edgar Cayce Reincarnation Records Life After Death Power of Mind
   OTHER INTERESTS Readings in regard to Palestine during the time of Jesus. Readings in regard to FRIENDS (Quakers) in Philadelphia during founding of America.
10. 6/03/51 She returned the loan book of Palestine extracts from the readings, saying "Many thanks."
11. GD's note: For the next five years she continued her Associate membership in A.R.E.
12. 3/56 Routine mailing was returned marked: "Not at the address".
13. From Encyclopaedia Britannica:
    ODIN or OTHIN, the chief god of the northern pantheon, is represented as an old man with one eye. Frigg is his wife, Thor and Balder, among other gods, are his sons. He is also said to have been the father of several legendary kings. His exploits and adventures are a common theme in the poetic and prose Eddas.
    Here his character is distinguished rather by wisdom than marital prowess, and reference is frequently made to his skill in poetry and magic. In Ynglinga Saga he is represented as reigning in Sweden. In notices relating to religious observances Odin appears chiefly as the giver of victory or as the god of the dead. He receives the souls of the slain, who in his palace, Valhalla (q.v.), live a life of fighting and feasting, similar to that which has been their desire on earth. Human sacrifices were frequently offered to Odin, especially prisoners taken in battle. In the poem Havamal the god himself is represented as sacrificed. The worship of Odin seems to have prevailed chiefly, if not solely, in military circles. To the Anglo-Saxons he was known as Woden (q.v.) and to the Germans as Wodan (Wuotan). Owing to the peculiar character of this god and the prominent position which he occupies, the mythology of the north presents a striking contrast to that of Greece. See Teutonic Peoples, ad fin.; and Woden.
    WODEN, a deity of the Anglo-Saxons, the name being the Anglo-Saxon counterpart of the Scandinavian Odin (q.v.). In German he was Wodan or Wuotan. Information is lacking as to how far the character and adventures attributed to Odin were known to other Teutonic peoples. Clearly, however, the god was credited with special skill in magic, both in England and Germany, and was also represented as the dispenser of victory. By the Romans he was early identified with Mercurius; "Wednesday" (Woden's day) in dies Mercurii.

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