1/16/42 Mr. [
1757]'s speech given at office business meeting:
Forecasting The Brotherhood Of America
SPEECH OF PROCLAMATION by [
1757]
Speech of Proclamation for Reunion of Old Study Group
Now and then, there occurs in the history of our race,
as well as in the life of an individual a crisis which
we recognize as the end of an old and the beginning of
a new cycle.
The advent of these new episodes or initiations, whether
they occur as an incident of individual, group or national
experience, they inevitably lead to the conviction of a
need for radical reforms.
Through the progress of time, we have come again, to one
of those grim milestones where there awaits before the
heroes or our race, another jungle to be subdued, a new
Frontier, the wilderness of error and of wrong, injustice,
poverty and hate.
The mind of man is almost completely enslaved by his desires
and because of fear and poverty, prejudice and ignorance,
these desires and fears are often an unsafe and unwise
control.
Nevertheless, there is, in the heart of humanity a quality
which we have called good-will, that is very real and very
powerful. It is inherent in our very natures, and requires
only the releasing into its natural expression.
In a new and unique sense, we stand today at the dawn of an
entirely new economic age, in which there will arise a more
favorable circumstance for the expression of all these finer
urges within the human heart, this is increasingly obvious
to all thinking people.
Because of the latest triumph of science in the release of
atomic energy, the future of mankind and the type of the
coming civilization is unpredictable.
The changes which are eminent are so far-reaching, it is
apparent that the old economic values and the familiar
standards of living are bound to pass away. And no one
knows just what will take their place.
What we do know, "however," is that the Brotherhood of man
is the highest concept that ever entered the human mind.
It is therefore, today's interpretation of what mankind
is looking for upon the earth.
We know, also, that this is our destiny, because it is a
natural inclination of the human heart and embodies the
standards revealed by Jesus Christ Himself.
With these ideals in mind, any step we can take forward,
will evoke the needed light for further progress toward
that end, and will call forth that saving force which has
in it, the potency of rebuilding for civilized comfort.
And if motivated by right human relations, will produce the
warmth, the rare beauty and color in the life of our society
that will bring to an end, all human slavery, and thus,
leave man free to pursue the higher aims of the Spirit.
It is up to the men and women of good-will in the world, to
overthrow all the possibilities for a few rich and privileged
people to have too much when others have too little.
Two things will end this appalling condition of great
luxury and extreme poverty of gross over-feeding of the
few and the starvation of the many.
These are first, the recognition that ordinary commonsense
would indicate, which is ample human supplies in the world
to meet the needs of the entire population. The problem
therefore, is basically one of distribution.
The second, is the acceptance of this premise of adequate
supply, handled through right distribution, must be required
and the supplies which are essential to the health, security,
and happiness of mankind must be made available.
In that connection, I hope to point out tonight, a system
which I believe is adequate for charting out such a course
of economics, and one that will make for the security and
well-being of everyone concerned.
It includes a formula by which everyone who wishes to avail
himself may have the opportunity for expressing the divine
urge within his own heart.
It is a project that will promote a broader mental
perspective in the realms of human fellowship, wherein
everyone can be released into that state of life which will
give them leisure, and time to follow spiritual objectives.
Thus, they can realize a richer and more cultural life.
We are witnessing a time of great changes. It is "indeed"
a stupendous moment in the history of man's growth and we
are privileged "if we choose" to be partakers in this great
planetary event.
The fact is, A New World Cycle is beginning and that which
is undesirable in both National and individual affairs are
gradually but relentlessly being broken down, by the
powerful, incoming cosmic forces and I doubt seriously, if
anyone will be able to escape the impact, in one form or
another.
In the lives of world disciples at this time, great world
problems are being worked out. Their response to world
conditions is more sensitive and quicker than in the past,
and in their subsequent clear thinking lies the hope of
world re-generation.
The real work of reconstruction in the world, will be done
by those who, in the silence of their own hearts have walked
with God and learned His ways.
In the New Age which is upon us all true work will be carried
on in the form of group activity, but with the individual
subordinated to the group good.
Some of you here, have no doubt, already pondered your
qualifications for playing some part in the re-ordering of
our distressed world.
It is, therefore, my wish tonight to lay before you a plan
which is proposed for definite action along those lines, and
in the hope I have of enlisting your aid by whatever means
you may choose. I should like to ask that you bear with me
while I try to inform you of the basic principle.
Some of you already know something of the plan, but possibly
have not been given a chance to study it sufficiently for
complete enlightenment as to the idea.
It's a project which has been on my heart for the past
several years and for seven or eight of these years I have
studied, planned and worked at. In spare moments during
week-ends, in what you might say, a private or silent way,
and while I have done my best to point out, in both script
and draft, the general course to be followed for laying the
foundation work. It is by no means intended to be used in
a forced conformity to the plans which I have made on paper.
It may be, that the central theme as I have tried to describe
it, will occur to some of you as too delicate and idealistic
to be practical.
It was "so" designed for forecasting, "in some degree", the
trends of the future and on that account "perhaps I should
say", there has been a good reason for fixing the goal high
and within such spiritual setting.
It is obvious, "however", that the idea to make it practical
must be brought down to earth and constantly adjusted to meet
the need of the times as we go forward through the opening
of the New Age.
When the initial start is once made and the course followed
can be dictated by practical commonsense, all else, will
inevitably fall in line. While many details in the work
will possibly be left open for negotiable suggestions by
the workers themselves, the routines will be worked out,
"mainly" in conclave by Councillors chosen for this purpose.
Through the proper discipline and dedication in service to
mankind, the members of this conclave should, "in the course
of time," become occultly imbued with the plan.
Their major task will be to develop that type of cleverness
with which to plan out a social and economic system in which
every citizen will have enough substance and leisure for a
happy life.
The principle that is suggested for effecting these ends
have been outlined in the smaller pamphlet which I have
prepared under the title of interpretation of charts.
Our social and economic problems are basically not so
difficult, but what sound commonsense can easily solve them.
Our first problem, "therefore," will be the building up
within the organization of a sound economic system.
We must first, have a sufficiency to thrive on, and to keep
soul and body together before the group members will have
the incentive to develop and make the proper use of their
mind, but I submit that before we can frame a new system
that will meet the need of all participants, a reversal
of the old concept of both, economic and social life is
essential.
We must come to realize that just as the fruits, flowers,
and vegetables of our garden are for the benefit of each
member of the family to be shared between our brothers and
sisters, so, are the riches of the earth, "there," for the
benefit of all mankind, "The Brotherhood of Man."
When closely bound by a fond brotherhood love our labors
together should prove a wonderful aid in the build up of
private benefits, as well as for the common wield.
When you combine with others in a sustained, concerted action
for a definite, and worthy goal, you contribute to a great
force which increases in momentum as you progress toward
that goal.
The will to the common good, yet latent, but readily
available in humanity itself, is abundant, but its value
still remains too largely unrecognized, and its natural
expression in large masses of people completely stifled by
our system of highly selfish and competitive living, which
is accepted by millions as the established way of life and
the only commonsense way of getting along.
If our attitude toward each other can be changed and the
principles of sharing and cooperation established, the
overcoming of racial and religious intolerance and
persecution will naturally be the result.
The venture I propose to you people at this time, is the
outcome of an experience which has proven beyond doubt that
good will is the most divine activity of the spirit of man.
It is the wisest method, the secret of cooperative living
and the most powerful force in the realm of human affairs.
The aim throughout is a practical one. The idea is to
establish an institution which is to engage, not only in
preaching and teaching, or worship and schooling, but in
a single undertaking of which teaching, worship and work
are inseparable parts.
That single purpose can be quite simply expressed as a
society of men and women cooperating in God's purpose of
promoting the spirit of brotherhood in the world.
We not only need to describe the New Kingdom, we must
demonstrate it through the actual experience of groups who
follow its laws.
We must provide that growing lives may grow up in the
organization and practice the true spirit of good will.
Then never doubt as to whether it will work.
The plan for financing the enterprise is based on the
Biblical Laws of tithing, which is the only ratio divulged
by Holy Writ for guiding mankind in his material contribution
to the House of God.
If the benefits to our membership were limited to this method
of accumulating funds alone, progress in the beginning would
be slow, indeed. "Nevertheless", if the fundamental
operating philosophy, as it exists in my mind, can be
carried out, the decree, "in the hearts of the faithful,"
will be established and thus, every step from the very
start can be tread in security and delight.
If each requirement can be met with fortitude and a smile,
no one, "ever", from his entrance into this edifice of human
service will have to go his way alone. It is a Union in
which the problems of one, will be the problems of all.
Our aim, from the start, will be to do everything possible
to offset any hardship incurred by the outlay of a tenth in
income, and in this effort, everyone will have the privilege
of sharing a part.
If EVERY MEMBER OF THE HOUSEHOLD WILL DO HIS PART without
complaint and by using tact, tolerance and kindness, much
can be accomplished, almost from the outset, toward the
development of a workable set-up in which all concerned
will realize the possibilities and enormous benefits that
can be derived through this Holy Alliance.
It is astonishing what results can be achieved with ordinary
resources when there is added industry, patience, faith and
consecration to a worthy purpose.
Besides the prospects which I have already mentioned if we
can move ahead, in a well defined direction, and with due
humility toward the goal, we can safely rely upon the Eternal
Light to shine upon the way.
Fortified with this evidence, and in the faith that what is
done well, will meet with quick recognition from above, we
can look forward "in all confidence", for sufficient backing
to set-up an endowment fund and even the world's support in
working it out.
As a measure for surety in that regard, great effort will be
made for the merit of distinction in quality and beauty, and
for maintaining the highest possible standard in all the
brotherhood products.
With a reputation of this sort, in all that is done, it
would be hard to estimate its intrinsic value in the way
of influence and esteem.
In your outlook upon the plan, it may seem at first, to
require too much of one's time from his present occupation
to warrant the needed effort, but such is not the case.
"However", it will become necessary, in the experimental
stage of the project to adopt a system for collaboration
in an alternate three hours per week interchange working
agreement. This, of course, is intended mainly, as a plan
for the foundation work only, and can be suspended upon
the arrival at a point of development when it is no longer
necessary for a member to seek vocation outside of the
brotherhood.
Such arrangement should not be looked upon as a hardship,
nor a work of drudgery, as it will be up to the individual
chiefly, to choose for himself the kind of work for which
he is best fitted and that field in which he feels that he
can be of greatest value to the Fraternity, as a whole.
Furthermore it should be kept in mind that these work periods
are to be selected for a time which is most convenient to the
member himself.
The intensity of our contribution to world service will
depend, not only upon the initiative and ingenuity of our
leaders, but also, upon the skills displayed by all the
units for working out in practice that which we already
know in theory.
Then, when we have wrought out "in reality" that which we
already know, the insuing light and greater knowledge will
inevitably follow.
One thing I seek to point out is that the work will fall
into three main departments. The first of which is to strive
earnestly for the spiritual awakening of those within the
groups.
The second, lies in the achievement through a common bond of
interest of the material security of all the members. And
the third is connected with what service we can render in
the world of the future by the kind of pattern we succeed
in building.
We start with the promise that two opposing world visions
confront humanity, and that two world orders are presented
to the race. Between these, man must choose and in that
choice will determine the future.
Those who perceive the risks, the opportunity and the
impor tant decisions to be made are struggling with almost
frantic haste to awaken the masses to the problems of this
moment.
What we decide during the next few years will condition the
future as no other human decision has ever before done in the
history of mankind.
With the knowledge I had gained prior to the times we used
to meet in our study groups, of the approaching conditions
pointed out by the prophesies, I could seem to see a
continued drifting of humanity into a deeper and more
chaotic state, unless their inclination toward greed for
the powers of materialism were checked, and their leanings
swayed toward the ideals of Brotherhood.
Few of you can realize, I'm sure the stimulant from spiritual
satisfaction which I have experienced through the inception
of seed thoughts which began to take root in our group
studies.
Whatever you may think of what I have to say, it was
nevertheless, back in those study group days that the idea
which I seek to bring before you tonight began to take form.
It happened like this: Through a yearning of the soul to
see the reign of brotherhood in the world and believing with
all my heart that that was God's design for the human family,
I began to meditate on the strategy He would make use of for
bringing it about.
When the answer to that mental query came, the revelation
convinced me that His plan was to accomplish it through
the mediumship of His faithful servants in mortality,
manifesting, "of course", under the guiding council of
Holy Spirit.
Then the question arose. If this is my ideal for a world
of the future and if I wished to be accounted worthy of
inhabiting such a world, why then should I not make my
covenant of work along these lines and thus seek the things
which is of most interest to myself by helping to create that
world. And so, with conviction on my heart I proceeded
to work and to lay plans for the establishment of what you
may call a miniature replica of the real Brotherhood era for
which we pray and that is to come.
The aim of this Brotherhood is to blaze the trail to the high
places in consolidated groups and to keep it open that others
may follow.
As a title for this project I have elected, "The Brotherhood
of America," as forerunners to the New Cosmic Age. It is to
function as a channel between the inner planes and the outer
world.
Up to now, but very few people have seen the plan, most of
these have expressed themselves in a way which has led me
to believe they are genuinely concerned enough so, "in fact,"
to impress me with the idea that the average spiritual
thinker would heartily endorse the idea.
Among those who have expressed themselves as being deeply
interested are Mrs. Alice Bailey, of New York, whom I have
kept appraised of the progress and revisions as they have
been developed from time to time for the past few months.
I, also, received from Mr. Edgar Cayce before his death, as
well as from two or three other spiritual thinkers, letters
of inspiration which have tended to supply the fortitude and
the needed stimulant and courage for carrying on, even in the
face of heavy and pressing duties in material affairs.
There are several reasons for leaning so hard upon the
opinions of Mrs. Bailey. First of all, she has impressed
me through her writings as being not only one of the world's
great teachers but thinkers as well. She is indeed a world
server, and one with broad travel and lecture experience.
She is also an author and Head of the Arcane School which
she organized about twenty years ago in the City of New York,
and today with its agencies and subdivisions scattered abroad
in different parts of the world. Its influence encompasses
a great part of the Globe.
Yet, according to her own statement, this great movement was
started with a group of six people. To me, this is just
another proof of God's pleasure in beholding the growth of
all things, "which conform to His Laws," from a tiny seed
to the stature of greatness or grandeur.
Mrs. Bailey is also associated with her husband in the
publication of spiritual literature, "consisting mainly",
or a magazine known as the "Beacon" - a periodical which is
devoted to the science of occult thought, and one to which
Mrs. Bailey, "herself", contributes the most important part
through treatise received telepathically from one of the
World's Great Masters of the East, and who, "in himself," is
recognized as one of New Age Competence.
Perhaps at this point, it might be well to make myself clear
regarding these Masters. To those of you who may know little
or nothing about their functions on the earth plane, I do not
wish to impress with the idea that they are, "nor do they
claim to be," in the same category with the Christ, but
through their discipline and sacrifice, their devotion and
dedication have risen to that high estate in spiritual wisdom
and fitness which has qualified them for world Teachers, who
function as a Great Hierarchy, and thus, forming a reliable
channel through which the Christ can freely operate in
carrying out His designs for the human race.
These too, have their sub-agents spotted over the world.
They are known as disciples of the New Age and whether we
are conscious or unconsciously aware of the fact, there are
many individuals here and there who are today carrying out
their wishes through the stimulant and inspiration conveyed
by their powerful vibrations.
When the plan which I have purposed has been fully
sensed, it will be easier to apprehend its facilities for
constituting a channel through which everyone connected
with the work may enjoy the opportunity it offers for making
a vital contribution toward the establishment of peace,
happiness, and security - not only for the members
themselves, but setting an example for all mankind.
In order to keep pace with the inevitable changes that are
taking place over the world, it is most important for those
of us who have an interest in the kind of world in which we
live, and which posterity will honor us for, to begin making
plans for its structure.
To start making these plans, "will of course," involve some
sort of decision, you might ask at this point upon what a
right decision should be based?
To that query my answer is, on that which gives you a wider
field of service, so that all your powers and gifts, your
acquired talents and initiative may be called into play and
give you that rounded out development which will equip you
for a most useful life of activity in the world of the
future.
Another important factor which should be taken into account,
is also, that which can be done best by you and you alone.
In the pursuit of happiness, the main problem for some of
you, "I'm sure," as well as my own, has been to find your
real place in the scheme of life where you could hammer
away on the castle of your dreams.
Forget not, there are certain activities which burn a person
out without giving him much satisfaction along the road of
life, even though the task at hand, is performed in seeming
perfection.
While the aim in this collaboration must be fluid in
adjustment, definite steps will be taken for giving one the
chance of a better day in vocational activities wherein he
may enjoy life to the fullest, in his daily work and along
the lines which means most to himself.
In the discovery of one's self, he also discovers his
responsibilities and his brothers as fellow pilgrims on the
path. He, consequently, pledges himself to the goal and
thus, by superseding his own will by the purpose, he
achieves that balance of nature, regardless of material
successes, that is so essential in seeking first, the
Kingdom of God and His righteousness.
It has been said that union does everything when it is
perfect. It satisfies desires, simplifies needs, foresees
the wishes and becomes a constant fortune.
To secure this perfect union, I can say with confidence that
the plan must embody certain fundamental principles that are
ranged on the side of the Law.
It makes no difference whether one is starting a new
business, sponsoring a Law, running a railroad or writing
a play. The human nature aspect cannot be escaped.
If the play or project does not check with human nature, it
simply will not work out. The answer is written in advance.
It is not my purpose to particularize on the plan tonight,
but basically, I should say the most acceptable standard
would be to construct its frame work upon a foundation which
typifies in its pattern the fundamentals upon which the ideal
family life are based, consisting partly of young and some of
older souls.
It is a work that must be carried on entirely with no attack
upon any political party or group and no criticism of any
leader or national activity.
Such old methods have long been tried but have failed to
bring peace on earth. This is a movement that will stand
before the bars of judgement and in the eyes of the world
be awarded, "in justice," according to its value to the
human society, whom it seeks to serve.
Up to now, the plan is only in the paper stage, but as
Mrs. Bailey has stated, after seeing the revised script,
which apparently gave her a more complete version of the
idea, it is now time to call a group together and begin
to put the idea into a concrete form, and so, to that end,
my purpose now is to discover an individual here, and there,
who have the faith and foresight, the needed patience and
courage to identify and to dedicate themselves as a charter
member of a seed group for promoting this pioneering
enterprise in the cause of Christ and humanity.
Then leaving its unfoldment and growth to the Great Laws of
God, which provides every blessing in abundance and ample
means for every good enterprise.
The ideal way, "I believe," to get going would be to carry
out the suggestion indicated by a reading given on the plan
by Mr. Edgar Cayce before his death.
That is to call together a group of three, five, nine,
twelve, or fifteen to prepare and draw from the plan and
ideals a charter for such an organization. This necessitates
of course, the employment of a lawyer in order to go through
the regular channel.
According to this authentic source of information the
preferred number to be chosen for this procedure is twelve,
though, as stated, it could be done with three but not less
than three.
I hold that it is possible as a unified group, or groups of
people with a conscious social aim, to discover a system
that is fashioned after the Natural Laws of the Universe.
A system that is so simple and orderly arranged that the
law of supply and demand will carry all of its people
"especially" the workers and the poor to an even higher
standard of life, a standard that is limited only by out
[our?] effective desires and our united wills.
In this undertaking, there are three things to do. They are
to think clearly and calmly then keep going, but the most
important of these and the most difficult, "I believe," is
to start.
In arriving at your conclusion upon the study of this work,
I would like to ask that you keep in mind the flexibility
of its purpose, as it has nothing to do with controlling
nor dictating one's religious views, except, of course,
to strive earnestly in the directing of thought along the
channels of truth and then leaving the individual to the
processes of his own nature.
The main requisite for affiliation with the movement is first
of all, sincerity, then honesty, integrity, and tolerance,
and last but not least, is a firm belief that the happiness
and success of one's neighbor is as important as his own
and that he is willing to seek in behalf of others, the same
things that he asks and seeks for himself.
Neither oath nor vow will be required, why? Because they are
neither needed nor wanted. True Brotherhood is automatic.
When a man becomes a member, one of two things will happen,
either he will catch the spirit and be an asset, or he or she
may fail to register in accord with the law and drop out.
In the former case an oath or vow is needless, and in the
latter, a handicap. Furthermore, this Brotherhood will have
nothing to keep secret. In fact, it should have everything
to broadcast.
As you look forth upon this idea for instant response to
every emergency, I would feel very grateful for any
consideration you may think it deserves.
The discourse tonight has been mainly for proclaiming the
plan without divulging its particulars, but if God is willing
and you will be kind enough to permit one or two assemblies
at some future dates, I should be glad to give you more
definite details, and try to explain in a more specific
manner, some of the objectives, as well as the ways and
means which are proposed for attaining same.
Now, my "friends", in conclusion, I want you to know that
many factors beside those I have stated are responsible for
this endeavor.
While the letters and comments I have received concerning the
work have been fine and encouraging, without the sustaining
fortitude which I have experienced through Soul stimulant and
inspiration from within, it would have been impossible, "I
believe," to carry on for so long in the privacy which I have
endured, especially so in the face of pressing circumstance
which have crowded about me in the performance of ordinary
duties in my material work.
Though these duties have been hard and binding from without,
the freedom within, which to me, has been a witness of the
Spirit, has afforded me great inner joy and satisfaction all
along the path, for under such circumstance, one has the
opportunity to observe the opening and closing of doors,
and thus, he soon learns that the disciple in training has
to cultivate that spiritual response which enables him to
know through which door his Soul desires him to pass. [
1757]
UNION LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Incorporated
Officers
FLORENCE H. LAWLER
President & Treasurer
E. H. MEYERS
1st Vice-Pres. & Gen. Manager Directors
O. I. BRYAN [SEE
1757-3, Par. 10-A
mentioning the Vice O. I. BRYAN
President] FLORENCE H. LAWLER
OSCAR L. SHEWMAKE OSCAR L. SHEWMAKE
Vice President
J. P. BALDWIN
Secretary
J. T. STONE
Asst. Secretary
W. M. NEIGHBORS
Asst. Secretary
Home office: 15 N. Sixth St., Richmond, Virginia
1/18/42 Mr. [
1757]'s ltr. to EC:
... Ave.
..., Va.
Dear Mr. Cayce,
With pleasure, "my wife and I" agree to unite with other
members of your association in daily prayer for Divine
guidance through these days of strife and destruction in
the world.
This, I believe to be an act which should be emphasized at
this time and one that would be recognized by Divine
Providence as a procedure in coordination with the Great
Ones from the inner planes.
Not only that, but I believe it is the duty of all children
of light to shoot out flaming arrows of truth, into the
ethers whenever and wherever we find the atmosphere favorable
and sometimes I wonder if it is not favorable most anywhere
in these days.
As a proof of this, I am inclosing a speech which I delivered
in a business meeting at our office last Frid. A.M. at which
the Vice pres. [See his Co. letterhead, Par. R4 above] of our
company and about thirty five other men were present.
Well, I wish you could have been present to see the response,
and to have heard the comments. I told my wife it made me
feel good, because I felt it was a venture into waters where
I was not sure of safety.
The two dollars is for this year's subscription for the
bulletin.
We join in kindest regards to yourself and your household.
I am
Faithfully yours, [
1757]
P.S. You may keep the manuscript as long as you wish, if
you deem it of any value, and if there are changes you would
suggest, please do not hesitate in making them because,
"after all," there may be instances where you can express
my ideas better than I could.
Thanks. [
1757]
1/22/42 EC's ltr. to Mr. [
1757]:
Dear Mr. [
1757]:
Thanks very much for yours of the 18th - also for letting me
see the copy of your talk to your group at the office [See
Par. R4 above]. Do not wonder they all complemented you -
that is what we need every where - those willing to testify
and live the life as exemplified in the Christ Jesus.
Thanks for your response to the open letter [
1/08/42 See
under
2678-1 Background]. Have been very much pleased with
the way the membership have written - some very beautiful,
very lovely letters. Hope to have the reading now soon
[See
281-60] and hope we may be the means of real help to
many.
Thanks too for the contribution. This helps and we are
needing much of that nature of help.
Will wish to read the manuscript again if I may, then will
make what comments have to make and return to you. Hope tho
some time to sit down and talk with you about this.
With sincere good wishes [signed] Edgar Cayce
2/18/42 EC's ltr. to Mr. [
1757]:
Dear Mr. [
1757]:
Realize should not have kept your manuscript so long but have
been turning its contents over and over in my mind trying to
know just what to say to you about same. Am sure you want
my honest opinion, not just something to flatter you. There
is too much that is most excellent for this to be just
dismissed lightly, as to whether the idea as to how this
would be put into activity is correct or do not know whether
it is sufficiently stated in the matter or not. Would it be
possible for you to take the time to go over this with me?
Could talk it over much better as we would discuss the
various phases of the ideas and ideals presented. Would
like to do this if you think well of the idea. Don't know
as I am capable of complete judgement or not, but would
certainly like to discuss this with you, have it ready to
mail back to you, but would like to know whether you would
care to discuss this with me or not before returning same.
So will hold and mail the letter and will mail manuscript at
once if you wish it back at once. Forgive me for taking so
long, but did not want to do you or myself or the matter an
injustice in any sense.
Let me hear from you
With His Blessings on you
Sincerely [signed] Edgar Cayce
2/22/42 Requesting Ck. Physical for his wife, Mrs. [
1697]:
Many thanks for your letter of the 18th. In reply to same,
I should say it would be a pleasure, also considered as a
privilege to run down there any Sat. or Sun. p.m. you could
arrange to give me your time, as I am so crowded in my work
[and] these are about the only days I could conveniently go.
I am afraid that I have made you feel the responsibility of
added labors to burdens that were already heavy enough for
one Soul to bear.
As to the manuscript, there is no need of rush, for in the
work it suggests I feel very helpless in my own strength.
I realize very keenly, that for the time being, it is
neces sary to move cautiously. Stopping at the halt signals
as well as keeping on the lookout and making sure to move
forward step by step as the green or go signs are given.
"In other words," I shall not fret, nor worry but try. "God
being my helper," to most humbly and faithfully follow the
light.
Hoping to hear from you again soon, I am
Faithfully yours,
10/11/42 Mr. [
1757]'s ltr. to EC:
... Ave.
..., Va.
Dear Mr. Cayce;
Under separate cover, I am sending you three sections of the
script, "Namely", The Foreward conditions for membership and
summary, which I have undertaken to revise.
If it is not asking too much of you, I would greatly
appreciate having you examine them, with the view of
getting your comments and criticism, as to whether you think
there is some inprovement. Also, if you think I have been
specific enough to make it more understandable.
Should you decide the plan can be made workable, what do you
advise in regards to getting a reading on same?
While "to myself", the plan seems real and as the outcome
of an experience, I am not ignoring the fact that there is
such a thing as mental illusion.
At any rate, to get the "go" signal from sources of wisdom
and light, "at higher points of view" and who are endowed
with a true and unmistakable spiritual perception, would
seem to add greatly to one's faith and courage, who is
groping his way along the path, striving to fulfill the
purpose for which he came into the world.
With many thanks and best wishes, I am,
Most sincerely yours, [
1757]
10/16/42 EC's ltr. to Mr. [
1757]:
Dear Mr. [
1757]:
Have yours of the 11th with the manuscript. Have read it
very carefully and prayerfully, and believe you have the
makings of an excellent piece of work - something very
timely, and that is needed at this time. Of course as you
say, this is just the outline, but the ideas, the principals
[principles], the ideals are right. And with prayerful
consideration, the needed routine can be worked out for
each step of the unfoldment or degree of those who choose
to affiliate them selves with such a group. The main thing
will be that he that works not, enjoys none of the benefits
of the association.
Will be glad to talk with you further along these lines.
With every good wish and HIS Blessings be with you
Sincerely [signed] Edgar Cayce
3/21/43 Mr. [
1757]'s ltr. to EC:
Dear Mr. Cayce,
We know that the coming of this war has brought about the
necessity for particular kinds of service.
I am also sure that its outcome will bring to the servants
of God an opportunity for a new and different kind of service
and so, the new world, that is to be. I inclose this nite to
help sustain while you wait.
Sincerely yours, [
1757]
P.S. Did not know how the gas rationing is affecting your
work, [
1757].
3/25/43 EC's ltr. to Mr. [
1757]:
Dear Mr. [
1757]:
Let me express to you my sincere appreciation of yours of the
21st, and your wish to contribute to the work we are trying
to do. Wish could have the opportunity to talk with you some
time. To be sure the publication - There Is A River - may
change the whole complexion of the efforts here. Hope
nothing changes the work as to its good it may accomplish
for others. But many of the problems as are arising at
this time might be of real interest to you and your way
of thought, and your purpose as I understand it. So when
you have the opportunity do come in and see me - some Sunday,
maybe. Know one is limited as to driving but should you find
the time, possibly when you are not too busy a bus trip might
not be too bad for you, and would like to talk with you and
thank you personally for your interest - Prayers and Help -
Again thanking you
Sincerely [signed] Edgar Cayce
4/11/43 Mr. [
1757]'s ltr. to EC:
... Ave.
..., Va.
Dear Mr. Cayce:
Forgive my delay in answering your letter, one of the reasons
for my waiting so long to go down for another consultation
with you, is that I wrote Mrs. Alice Bailey of New York
sometime ago, for an appointment with her, which she kindly
granted, providing I notify her a week or so, in advance.
The point in this, is that I wanted to be able to give you
the views of some other individual of Spiritual vision and
one who is not afraid to think.
But, up to the present time, it has not been convenient for
me to go, and so, if you will kindly let me know what Sunday
afternoon you may have a few moments to spare, I should be
pleased to run down and see you.
Thanks and blessings upon your family and your work,
Sincerely yours, [
1757]
6/08/43 Mr. [
1757]'s ltr. to EC:
Dear Mr. Cayce:
When we were at your place last, Mrs. Cayce said something
about the need for calling on members for ration coupons
for Congress.
My wife wishes to know which ones she is most likely to need,
as we want to do what we can to help out in this regard.
With lots of good wishes, I am
Sincerely yours,
6/09/43 EC's ltr. to Mr. [
1757]:
Dear Mr. [
1757]:
Thanks for yours of the 8th - also for enclosure. What would
become of us without friends like you?
As for the coupons, Mrs. Noah Miller has charge of the
preparations for the Lunch on Friday noon the 18th. Ask
Mrs. [
1697] to phone her and see what she needs to help out
- am sure she is in the phone book. Don't recall the number
just now, certainly appreciate yours and Mrs. [
1697]'s wish
to help out. Do hope you will be able to be with us during
Congress.
Thanks again
With his Blessings
Sincerely [signed] Edgar Cayce
9/08/43 Mr. [
1757]'s ltr. to EC:
Dear Mr. Cayce:
Just a word, to let you know that I am planning to go down
Monday, not later than 3:30 P.M. for reading, as per our
understanding, if this is O.K. with you.
Thanks, and His blessings upon you and yours.
Yours sincerely,
9/10/43 EC's ltr. to Mr. [
1757]:
Mr. [
1757]
..., Va.
Dear Mr. [
1757]:
Thanks for yours of the 8th with enclosure. We are
expecting you Monday afternoon at 3:30. We may have to
double up and may put most of the time to a very urgent
case, but yours will be given first. I have something to
talk with you about, and I hope you will come as soon as you
can.
Thanking you very much for past favors and I am hoping to be
of a real service.
Sincerely, Edgar Cayce
9/13/43 See
1757-3.
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