Edgar Cayce Readings, 1739-8

(Life Reading Suggestion)

TEXT

EC: We have the entity here, [1739], and those relations with the universe and universal forces, as are latent and exhibited in the present entity.
In entering the present experience we find the entity, astrologically, coming under those influences, particularly, as seen in Jupiter, Mercury, Mars, Venus, and Uranus. In their relationships to the present experience, some will be seen to have varied, and would be in a nominal way as contradictory from that as has been set, either from the Arabian, Persian, or Egyptian reasoning of astrological influences; for these, we would find, would come nearer from that viewpoint as being contradictory in Aquarius and Ares [Aries?], and the other constellations or aspects in Scorpio. In the present influences we find the will's application THROUGH the experience has the greater influence in the earth's physical forces, while those astrologically in Jupiter AND Uranian make for the alterations or influences in the MENTAL, or in the ASTRAL influence. These, then, make for a variation in those as may be given respecting the present outlook of development for the entity as a whole. These, however, we find, both as aspects as have been made by application of will in the present, also as those from astrological aspects.
Being in the Jupiterian influence has brought a wide and varied circumstance of conditions, physical, material, and mental.
Those in Mars AND Mercurian have brought that influence as has had to do with the questionable conditions in the mental, brought through that of Martian, or wrath, war, and its influence.
In the Uranian WITH the Venus and Jupiterian brings the greater application of mental experience as related to MATERIAL conditions, or PHYSICAL forces as related to mental application in same; and in the present we find many of these will be varied or governed by the application of will as respecting material or mercenary influences in the experience of the life.
Then, we find as this:
One with the abilities especially of a salesman.
One that is not particularly interested in minute detail; rather considered of the visionary type of mind, and activities of forces within self as of the same manner, yet capable of "delivering the goods", to term same in common parlance. This, as we find, brings for the entity, then, many conditions that become contrariwise or questionable in the mind of self, unless determined by self as to that POINT, or that ideal, or that principle to which the entity would apply self. Setting a goal for self is well for the entity, PROVIDED same is not under ESTIMATED as to the abilities. While called visionary, the POSSIBILITIES to the entity may often BE BEYOND the abilities; so, to many this would appear as to be contradictory - but as a visionary condition in the experience and as an IDEAL in the experience, these are different propositions. Do not consider both from a mercenary or from a material or carnal viewpoint, for these - to the entity - and to each one, for that matter - should be entirely a SEPARATE proposition. Not that one should separate his religious scruples or principles from his business, but don't term one business and one religion, or live one in one point and another in another. Let them at least be CONSISTENT one with another. Do not profess that which is not INNATELY the ideal of self. Do not act in a manner as to be ashamed to meet the action the next day. Do not speak in such a manner as to be afraid for same to be proclaimed from the housetops, for men do not light candles to put them under bushels - but that they may be seen; yet be SURE there is something to be seen other than the light or candle. Let it be as for a pathway, not only for SELF but for others also. So live, so act, as that - as each day passes into its cycle of that builded - each job, each element, is finished in itself.
In the influences as respecting the mental and the spiritual forces, these, as we will find, come more - as has been INDICATED - from EARTHLY experiences.
In the ABILITIES, then, we find these may be directed in many channels; PREFERABLY, though, in that field of something to sell that self believes, himself, in.
In the appearances and the effect they, the appearances, have upon the present experience:
In the one before this we find the entity as a native in the present land, and about those places known then as the frontier, and especially about the fort on the lake, or Dearborn. The entity was then among those who STORMED that fort when the peoples were driven to, or toward, the south land, and the entity lost in the EXPERIENCE of being taken as one that was injured and maltreated by the peoples that TOOK the entity prisoner; yet in the WHOLE of the experience the entity gained in directions and lost in others, gained in the abilities as may be made material, lost in those as make for body-mental. In the name Ouiw. In the present we find those influences as of the one not wholly satisfied with surroundings, desiring, seeking changes - yet one especially gifted in those works that have to do with woods, or irons, or of the fowls or of herds. The entity would make, then, one that may TRAIN self in any of these fields, ESPECIALLY as to COMMERCIALIZATION of such experiences. The entity may also apply those fruits of those experiences towards development of self in a mental manner.
In the one, then, before this, we find in that experience during the period known as the Trojan. The entity was among those who defended the walls and the gates, and was among those who builded against the entering in of the peoples through that of strategy, losing the life in the defense of same. In the whole of the experience the entity gained and lost, gaining in the service and in GIVING of self for others. In the present we find those abilities to meet peoples in every walk of life and to VIEW same from the varied experiences of self, and from the INDIVIDUAL'S experience, making for the ability as of the SALESMAN in THIS experience.
In the one before this we find the entity again as the soldier, yet in a different clime, in a different surrounding, for the entity was among the nomads that went with Uhjltd in the pursuit of those, in the storming of the cities, where those peoples in the period were destroyed in part, and their chattels divided among many of the varied bands. The entity, after these raids, became a leader in one of the bands, separating self from the leader when the troubles arose through the bodily injury of leader, and setting up - not in OPPOSITION, but as of self's ABILITY to rule. Losing in this, gaining in the joining again of forces when there were those gathered about this ruler in the latter portion of his and the entity's days. In the experience the entity gained and lost, and gained. In the name Ujlido. In the present experience the entity becomes a judge of GOODS, especially of tapestries and of linens, for in the latter days the entity became the merchant that carried MANY, both from the upper and lower coast, trading for the spices of the one, the brocades and tapestries of another, and to the sea for the exchange with other coasts. Hence the longings ever, as has been with the entity, to see, to visit, to know foreign lands, yet soon satisfied with same and seeking a home, and away from crowds, away from groups, yet ever drawn back to same.
In the one before this we find in that land now known as the Egyptian, known then as Chi-Si-An-Cho (?). In this experience the entity was among those with the priest as was in command and banished through own self-indulgence, which brought the forces of destruction to many, causing the turmoils and the riots and the various expressions of individuals during the experience; yet the ENTITY remained close to the priest throughout the experience, being of those that were of the priesthood, and staying close to both self and the priest throughout the experience, gaining in the service rendered others throughout the experience; for in the latter days the entity became one as of authority, not OVER others - rather REASONING WITH others as respecting the application of mental forces in the experience of individuals as related to material and spiritual elements.
In the abilities, then, of the entity in the present:
These, as we find, have been - and are - varied. ESPECIALLY, though, in PERIODS will there be those greater influences as have to do with secular conditions, with bodily ills, with physical aberrations, with mental AND spiritual developments. When there is again the square of Jupiter WITH Uranus will the entity BEST again enter the field of merchandising, or salesmanship, and in the fields of those as pertain to woods and irons, or woods and brass. This, as we find, will again occur in June of thirty-one.
In the experience, the entity will find that in the application of advice and counsel - those whose birthdays are in March may advise MENTALLY and spiritually. Those whose birthdays are in April, September or October, may advise in MATERIAL things. Those who would advise in marital relations will be within the same month as of self, or December.
In the conditions as the entity may develop: The MENTAL body through study and application. The MATERIAL body through those conditions as relate to salesmanship.
Ready for questions.
(Q) What should the body do between now and June?
(A) Prepare self BODILY, PHYSICALLY, MENTALLY - or, as it were, keep its vacation as of preparation for the big things to be done.
(Q) In what condition is the body, mentally and physically?
(A) Quite on the improve.
(Q) Would it be detrimental to the condition of the body to return to N.Y. at this time?
(A) Best, as we have given, when there is the square - in June - May or June. Best that the preparations be made for the things TO be accomplished, through associations as will be builded for the body through and up to this time, for the greater expansion of fields of endeavor.
(Q) Should the body desire to remain at Virginia Beach, what business in this location would be best suited for him?
(A) Furniture.
(Q) Could his brother, [...], be of any help to him in the furniture business?
(A) May be of a great deal of help!
(Q) Could [257] be of any assistance to him?
(A) In advice and counsel, yes.
We are through for the present.
Copy to Self
Copy to Wife
Two copies to Ass'n office

BACKGROUND

See previous seven Physical Readings.

REPORTS

10/28/30 GD's letter to [1739]:
Mr. [1739] ... Cottage, Virginia Beach, Va.
Dear Mr. [1739]:
I find that Mr. Cayce has a good friend in New York who is an astrologer, and who I am sure would be able to interpret the astrology part of your reading - as she has been interested in Mr. Cayce's work for a number of years. I am giving below her name and address:
Mrs. [5528], ..., New York, N.Y.
Hoping that you will find it convenient to call upon her when you are next in New York, and that she will be able to help you interpret that part of your reading, I am
Sincerely, [signed] Gladys Davis
12/17/30 Mr. [1739] requested a Physical Rdg. for his brother, Mr. [5613].
1/09/31 Card from NYC: "Feeling great. Regards from [1739] and wife."
3/12/31 EC's letter to [1739]: [Noted in 254-54, Par. R4]
Mr. [1739] c/o ... Furniture Factories, Inc., ..., New York City
My dear [1739]:
A time arises in every individual's life when changes come that are oftentimes viewed with fear and trembling. Such a time has come to all those who have been and are interested in the phenomena which manifests itself through me. We have arrived at that place where, as individuals, we must determine whether it has anything to do with our individual lives or not - and if it does, as to whether it is something we would like to pass on to future generations.
The passing of the Association of National Investigators, Inc., may seem ominous to many, but - if we will use failures as stepping stones - we may mount to higher things; and, if the work IS worth while, we will do this very thing.
After the disbanding at the last meeting of that Board, I felt the proper thing to do was to turn to the information itself, and let it outline for us that which we should attempt to accomplish. [See 254-52, 254-53, 254-54.] From the past associations, I have felt that you are vitally interested in this, and it is to be either your work or you want to pass it by entirely. So, I have prepared the information given, that each individual might have the opportunity to express themselves. We are calling a meeting. If you cannot come in person, we want you to express yourself - by letter or by a representative. You have friends who have been interested. Discuss this with them. If it is worth while to you, you will be here either in person or by letter, representing them and yourself. Study over this information carefully. You can see that there are definite stands for you YOURSELF to take. As we meet and pray to God for guidance, we KNOW that if we are faithful - and if it is His work - he will guide us in choosing the right name, the right standard under which we will go - and we will choose the right manager.
We need your suggestion, your advice, your prayer, in the choosing of:
1st. The purpose of the organization, as you see it, to present the work as you would like to see it presented to others.
2nd. The name to REPRESENT such a purpose, or such an organization.
3rd. The manager to conduct the affairs of such organization.
Now, for all these things YOU are to make YOUR INDIVIDUAL suggestions. Make this a personal thing! Not for ME, for I feel that you - as many hundreds of others - do really think a great deal of the man called Edgar Cayce, or I would not have addressed you as I do - yet it is not the man himself you are to think of, but that which you have either believed IN that comes THROUGH this man, or that which you do not want to have anything to do with. Now don't fail to speak up YOURSELF at this time. You know in what you have believed. Is it WORTH giving out? If it is not, DON'T HESITATE in saying so! He will prepare the way and the means. It is yourself, your mind, your abilities, for which I am asking. The aid, that necessary, will come WITH the giving of self.
The date is Saturday, March 28th, 1931, at 3:00 o'clock P.M., my home, Virginia Beach, Va.
After this meeting, that decided upon will be correlated and presented to you for your approval; for you to either become a part of, or to reject. Let me hear from you, won't you?
With love, I am
Sincerely, EC:MD
3/19/31 [1739]'s letter to EC:
Dear Mr. Cayce:-
In reply to your letter of the 12th, the writer wishes to advise that should there be anything in his power that he can do to be of service to the cause, which you have so nobly devoted your life-time to, I would me most happy to do my share.
I would prefer that you suggest what you think would be best in regard to forming this new organization.
With my kindest regards, believe me
Sincerely yours, [1739]
4/01/31 See EC's form letter under 4905-70, Par. R76.
4/21/31 [1739]'s letter to EC:
Mr. Edgar Cayce 115 West 35th Street Virginia Beach, Va.
Dear Mr. Cayce:
In reference your recent communications on the new Association to be formed, please rest assured that you have my whole-hearted cooperation in assisting the new organization just as much as I can. Where I cannot assist financially, I shall do all I can in other ways, in getting others interested in this wonderful work which has meant so much to us, and which I am sure, will now mean more.
Assuring you of my deep friendship and appreciation of your many courtesies to me in the past, and of my cooperation with you at all times, believe me
Very sincerely, [1739]
4/29/31 EC's letter to [1739]:
Mr. [1739] ... Corp., New York City Dear [1739]:
Many thanks for yours of the 21st. We need the moral support just as much or more than we do the dollars and cents, for if our aims, purposes and ideals are right, He through His bounty will supply that necessary for the carrying on of HIS work.
With kindest personal regards and best wishes from all here, I am
Ever the same,
EC:GD