This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 18th day of September, 1940, in accordance with request made by the self - Miss [1968], Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.

TEXT

1. GC: You will have before you the life existence in the earth plane of [1968], born November 22, 1910, in Pine Bluff, Ark., and the earthly existence of this entity as the mother of Jarius' daughter in the Palestine period. You will give a biographical life of the entity in that day and plane of earthly existence, from entrance - and how - into the earth's plane, and the entity's departure; giving the development or retarding points in such an existence. You will answer the questions, then, as I ask them, concerning her present associations and the influences from other sojourns.
2. EC: Yes, we find the records here of that entity, [1968] - now known; and the experience as the mother of Jarius' daughter.
3. The indications here are rather unusual (in comparison); an experience of an entity entering the earth's plane, filling those purposes or opportunities as gained from other sojourns.
4. The entity was among the daughters of the children of Ishmael. And the associations, the wedding with Jarius in the early portion of the entity's experience in the earth plane, came through the journeying of Jarius with those influences established in the western portion of the country now known as Turkey; and the activities of the entity through those experiences were of a social as well as political nature.
5. There was quite a variation as to the position of women in a household as was the entity, Maipah, and those in a household of those in authority - as was Jairus, because of his position politically. He was not merely the captain of a guard, or of a garrison, but as one who was in authority pertaining to the supplying of the commercial, the social and the political relationships of the land; when the entity joined in the activities, in portions of that now known as the Galilean land.
6. The entity was some twenty years of age when the first child was born; then the second and third, - and the third child was the daughter, Touhpar by name.
7. When the companion or husband, Jarius, became aware of the teachings and tenets of the Master, Jesus of Nazareth, and knowing the conditions surrounding the companion and the "delicate" condition (as would be called), for there was the expectancy of the fourth child to be born, - the anxiety as manifested brought the commendation from the Master, as well as wonderment from his associates or companions in his office. This showed rather the unusual interest of man for his mate, and for the offspring, for the period or time. But Jarius had been influenced by those tenets which he had heard expressed, not only by John but by the followers of - and the Master Himself.
8. This brought into the experience of the entity, Maipah, that of humbleness, patience, desire for expression in some manner. Yet, because of the early teaching, the early training, wonderment and fear and doubt were also a part of the consciousness through that particular period.
9. And it was that period, and that following - as to what the entity did about it - which brings the urges within the manifested activities of the entity in the present.
10. For, with the coming of the Master to the home, and with the conditions and environs of self as well as the counsel or advice of others, there came doubt and fear. Yet with the command that those who would hinder by their adverse thought or expressions be put away, the entity and companion had their loved one given again to them as a LIVING example of His indeed being the resurrection.
11. Thus the entity sought to know and aid those who were the leaders or teachers, - of course, the holy women, the prophetesses, and those who had been instrumental in every form or manner in keeping the tenets alive in the experience of others.
12. Throughout the rest of its sojourn, then, the entity lent self in aid of every manner; in the social manner as well as in the PRACTICAL helpfulness to all who sought to keep the faith.
13. The entity lived to a ripe age for those periods, and the persecutions. But being of those in authority the entity was protected or shielded in some ways; for, with others that came to know more of the blessings to be had materially and mentally from the embracing of those principles and tenets of the teacher, greater opportunities came for the entity throughout its sojourn.
14. So in the present, as has been indicated, there should - through the very body of this entity - be brought into experience those - one, and more - that would be indeed a blessing to the many, - through their efforts, their application of their opportunities, through the tenets that may be given by the entity in this experience.
15. Then, follow closely in those ideals, those principles that have directed and that do so direct the life; and we will find greater harmony, greater blessings, greater satisfaction in this activity - in the building of the home.
16. Ready for questions.
17. (Q) What were some of the tenets which were used by the entity and [264] in our Palestine experience, and how can we use them in the present in order to bring about the better associations and activities to each and with others?
    (A) The practical application of those things, ideas, ideals that are justly called the seed of the spirit; gentleness, kindness, longsuffering, patience, brotherly love, temperance in all things. These were rather unusual in that experience or period, for those of the sex - or the women - to make practical application of; yet the freedom given to the companions of those in authority (politically and socially) aided them in making such applicable.
    For, who sought physical associations with those who were of the low caste, or low estate, save as applied to the mothers of faith, those of the holy women, through that experience, of which the entity was one!
    And the application of those same tenets, those same principles, those same ideals, will bring its reward in this experience.
18. (Q) Will I eventually marry [R...], or if I marry someone else, will those sons who will help adjust the nation still come to me?
    (A) This is part of THY heritage, and that attraction should be from, and is of, the application of the principles of truth and of spirit and of life, rather than the companion, see?
    As to whether there will be that association with [R...] will depend upon circumstance. As has been indicated for the entity, this should not be made as something that MUST be irrespective of conditions. But seek. There are those associations, there are those purposes. Then make way for them, among those who are of the sons of faith; and not as of old holding to the aggrandizement of self.
19. (Q) Is it still possible for me to carry out my entire destiny as I planned when I came to this earth plane?
    (A) To be SURE!
20. (Q) Please give such information regarding past experiences, if any, with [820] which may be used now as a helpful influence in my life as well as his.
    (A) Parallel the associations and experiences. These are the better manners to judge, and draw thy own inferences and conclusions as to what the associations were.
21. (Q) Have I met the one I should marry and how am I to know who he is?
    (A) That he is a child of FAITH, a SON of faith, - as has just been indicated!
22. (Q) How can I overcome self-consciousness or "stage-fright" in making talks before the public?
    (A) By putting the whole trust in Him. For He has promised, - "Take not thought of what ye shall say, for in the same hour shall it be given thee." This is literally, practically, true, if the entity will rely upon same, and be willing to break down oft. The SINCERITY bespeaks its own self.
23. (Q) Please give any other advice that would be helpful to me at this time.
    (A) Follow up this with the putting of self ever in that attitude, in mind and in activity:
    NOT MY WAY, LORD, BUT THINE, BE DONE IN AND THROUGH ME: THAT I MAY FILL THAT PURPOSE, THAT PLACE, THOU WOULD HAVE ME DO AT THIS TIME.
24. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file
    Copy to Mrs. [264]
    [GD's note: For confirmation of prophecies made see 6/15/46 Reports under 1968-10.]

BACKGROUND

1. See 1968-1 through 1968-3.

REPORTS

1. 9/23/40 [1968]'s letter to EC:
   Dear Mr. Cayce:
   I received your letter today and thank you so much for it and the reading. I found the reading very helpful and believe that is all I am supposed to know at this time. It was nice of you to offer to answer additional questions, but I believe the reading told me as much as I need to know for the present. Don't you?
   I am going to try my best to do my part so that it will come true.
   The words "thank you" always seem insufficient for me to say to you, Mr. Cayce, but I do want you to know that I am deeply grateful to you for all you have done for me, even more than I can express. I feel that you have shown me the way to be a better person and a better Christian, and I know that knowledge must repay you in itself.
   I will let you hear from me again soon as to any further developments.
   Sincerely, [1968]
2. 9/26/40 EC's ltr. to [1968]:
   Dear Miss [1968]
   Glad to have yours of the 23rd - yes - it is indeed wonderful to me to have such a letter as yours today. While have many of them most every day it is that assurance, that keeps me strong in the Faith of HIM, and the assurance that good is being accomplished.
   May the Lord Bless you and keep you ever - know am happy to try and be of a service when ever possible.
   With all good wishes
   Sincerely [signed] Edgar Cayce
   Know you will be glad to know we have the place for the records under cover and will within a week or so possibly have them safe in the vault.
3. 10/08/40 [1968]'s letter to EC:
   Dear Mr. Cayce:
   I am inclosing $10.00 toward contribution for housing the readings, etc. of the Association and trust it is not too late to contribute. I wish that I could send more than this because I am vitally interested in the work, but at present am rather "hard up" financially. I hope the next time an occasion arises that I will be in a position to be more liberal.
   With all good wishes, I am
   Sincerely, [1968]
   CONTRIBUTION BLANK [Returned by [1968]]
   I wish to have a part in making possible the housing, indexing and extracting of the information contained in readings given by Edgar Cayce, insuring the preservation and scientific presentation of his efforts.
   --- Here is my contribution for $10.00 [amount written by [1968]] cash.
   --- I will give --- per month for --- months.
   --- I am not interested in this work. Kindly take my name off your mailing list. [the word "not" and "kindly take my name of your mailing list" was marked through by [1968]]
   Name [1968] Address ... Apt 20 ..., Ark. Date 10/08/40
4. 10/19/40 Saturday Afternoon, [1968]'s letter to Mrs. [264]:
   Dear Mrs. [264]:
   Thanks so much for you letter and for sending [820]'s picture. He is very handsome and attractive and I thought that was cute about his being in FRONT of the bars! I am returning it with some Kodac pictures which I had taken yesterday and I think they flatter me to death, so maybe you had better be truthful and tell him that I am no "Miss America".
   I know you enjoyed your brother's visit, and I did not realize before that your Mother lived in Washington. That's nice. I thought about you today and hoped you would all enjoy the luncheon. You know so many interesting and important people that I feel very privileged to be one of your friends. In fact, my feeling runs deeper than that. You have done so much for me in so many ways that I honestly feel that I am a different person since I have know you, Mrs. [264].
   I am looking forward to your next letter after you have heard from Mr. Cayce. I interpreted the last reading a little differently from what you did. For instance, I thought that the CHILDREN (not [R...]) were MY HERITAGE, no matter whom I marry, and that my future association with [R...] will depend upon circumstances. Then, I thought, that it meant I should parallel in this existence my past associations with [820] and that it was up to me to guess what those associations were. I took it that it was best for me not to know at his time. And in my opinion, [R...] would have to change a lot for me to think of him as a Son of Faith. I mean that he is not apparently very spiritual-minded, although his mother, father, sister, and niece are. I know that I should not judge people, but still that reading said I would know whom I was to marry by his being a Son of Faith, so I would think from that that he would be enough interested in the Church and religion, etc. that it would be noticeable that he put God first in his life. What do you think after you read that part again?
   Don't you think Roosevelt will win? I have forgotten what it was you told me last summer that Mr. Cayce told you about the coming election. Tell me again some time, please.
   I am putting an extra paper around [820]'s picture and I hope it won't get bent in the mail. Confidentially, I rather hate to give it up.
   Write to me, please, and lots of love, [1968]
5. 11/02/40 Letter from EC to Mrs. [264]: "...Have yours of the 29th. Thank you. Glad to hear from both of you. Have written Miss [1968] this morning. Haven't answered one question, but have told her you can do so better than I - that is the one have marked X - the suggestion is to compare [820]'s reading and hers. If [1968] has no objection you can do this, giving her the periods when they were associated. Of course, we have both readings, but couldn't do so unless [1968] gave permission. Will you see about this for her and write her? Have answered the others as best I can..."
6. 2/01/41 EC's letter to Miss [1968]:
   Dear Miss [1968]
   Always nice to have a line from you - haven't heard from Mrs. [264] direct for some time, but understood from her Mother a few weeks ago that she was quite busy with some special work she had at hand - and suppose there has been so much stir in Washington in last few weeks no one there would have much of a chance to write letters.
   We have been mulling along here. Mrs. Cayce hasn't been very well had a bad fall few weeks ago, and soon after took cold, had flu, and it seemed to settle in that side of her head she hurt when she fell. She is trying to be up for last day or so, but is just up and down. Always upsets the house hold when the lady of the house is ill, then she is such a part of the work, it doesn't seem to be just right with out her in same.
   Will be glad to hear from you at any time. Hope you are just fine and have escaped the Flu this winter, seems to be quite bad all over the country.
   Thanks again and with all good wishes and regards
   Sincerely [signed] Edgar Cayce
7. 2/22/41 EC's letter to Miss [1968]:
   Dear Miss [1968]
   Mrs. [264] wrote that she had told you that I would write making comparison of your and Mr. [820]'s reading, especially that of the Atlantean period. To me this would be very easy of interpretation, were you to meet - for if there is any thing in the information at all - you would find a very interesting attraction, for each of you must have had the same purposes there, and were seekers for the best for every one, so naturally would find much of mutual interest at this time, and in those directions that would be of an helpful nature to each of you.
   As to whether either of you use the knowledge that has been given you of course is up to you two.
   Of course do not wish ever to tell any one what they should do, but merely suggest what is indicated in the reading. As to what the association was at that time is not specifically indicated - for you asked about some one else - and that was not good, (the association at that time) but with the same purposes and hopes of one of your own thought - there must be a basis of understanding that would be good.
   Hope you are fine and every thing is going well with you.
   Be glad to hear from you at any time.
   With all good wishes [signed] Edgar Cayce
8. 7/25/41 Miss [1968] was present for her next reading, 1968-5, a Ck. Life on her early America incarnation.

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