This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 115 West 35th Street, Virginia Beach, Va., this 31st day of May, 1927, in accordance with request made by self - Mr. [2056], via Mr. [257].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Born September 17, 1889, New York City.

TEXT

1. GC: You will give the relation of this entity and the universe, and the universal forces, giving the conditions which are as personalities, latent and exhibited, in the present life; also the former appearances in the earth's plane, giving time, place and the name, and that in that life which built or retarded the development for the entity, giving the abilities of the present entity and that to which it may attain, and how. You will also answer any questions I may ask you regarding same.
2. EC: Yes, we have the entity here, and those relations with the universal forces, as are latent and exhibited in the present earth experience.
3. In entering the present experience, we find the entity coming under the influence of Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, and of Uranus, with those influences in experiences through the various phases of the other planetary forces as respecting earth's sojourn; some for weal, some for woe.
4. In the present exhibited conditions in the life, we find:
5. One of high ennobling influences, catering and giving self toward those elements that are of the ennobling nature.
6. One of high moral, mental and physical make-up.
7. One that would scorn to do a wrong to anyone, no matter the position or the state of the individual.
8. One that has found often that such conditions, such positions, by self, seemingly have lost in some material manners; yet there comes the satisfaction to the body, mentally and materially, that such relations are in keeping with the higher forces, and with those things that go to make up the life worth while, - yet there is much of the diplomat in the actions of the entity.
9. But it is well that these ideals be kept well in the vanguard of the entity's endeavors, whether of the social, the political or the business, or the economic relations with others.
10. One that we find is ruled by the sense of duty and love.
11. One, however, that holds those elements of love, friendship, affection, as the highest elements in the life of an individual.
12. One that will go forward in such relations toward making a name, a place, a position for self that will be envied by many, - if the entity would keep self in that way which is set in the inmost self respecting such conditions.
13. Remember, however, that he that thinketh he standeth may fall, and let not thine good be evilspoken of; that is, do not always be such a diplomat that the other fellow will gain the wrong impression of why favor, or special consideration, is made.
14. Let that heart be in thee that was in Him, - who gave Himself a ransom for many; doing that toward others as you would have others do toward thee; keeping thine self unspotted from the world.
15. And in the way of the Lord make thy path aright, for in Him is the way, and he that conquereth self has conquered more than he who would conquer the world and set not the right purpose by self in the accomplishing of same.
16. As to those forces that are innate, and that often seek to manifest:
17. The entity - by its natural bent - is one loved by many. Hence it would be the natural leader, and one that aspires for such leadership, and one that may attain same, - through political and economic influences.
18. USE same aright, with that same purpose as has been set in the conquering and the directing of self. Use not others to thine own interest, as the detrimental effect in thy life. Rather serve others, that the influence of the service in the LIFE of others will reflect that conception of the purposes, and of the forces, that are the Creative Energies in the material world.
19. The entity is high-minded; a lover of music; a lover of poetry; a lover of rhythm; a lover of those things that are beautiful in life, in nature, in every phase of beauty, and in the way the entity may bring much to others - through giving others the proper conception of same.
20. As to the appearances, these we find - while few - are filled with things accomplished, and in same the entity has brought much to others in those periods:
21. Before this we find the entity was in the land now known as Germany, where there was the change being made in the manner of presenting the abode; when there was the changing from the keeping of the household in caves and trees to the dwellings made with hands.
22. The entity then gave much understanding to peoples through that ability of combining strength as the resistance against the outside influences in the foe in the field, and the foe that would bring detrimental forces to those who would gather in groups.
23. The name then was Kuhel, and the entity gained through that period, and lost only in that of being exalted in position, turning same to self's own interest and to the detriment of many.
24. As to the influence or urge from same seen in the present, - the desire or urge to direct the ways, the manners, of many; yet this is good, ruled or used, or directed, aright. Evilly directed, it is wrong.
25. Before that we find the entity was in the Egyptian rule, in that period when there was the division in church and state, as it were.
26. The entity then was among those who sided with the Priest in the banishment, and defied the King and his counsellor; bringing on self, then, physical punishment. Yet it was NOT to the detriment of self, for in the end the entity was among those who led, being of the ruling force that combined again the forces of the King and the Priest; then acting in the capacity of the keeper of the temple as set aside by King AND Priest for the worship of the Most High God.
27. The name then was Aiaoel, - and there may yet be found - in that land - much of that accomplished by the entity. For with the power given in the latter days by King and peoples, the entity wrought much toward the betterment of conditions for the peoples in every walk of life.
28. Hence the urge in the present is toward the worshipfulness to all things sacred; and the desire of position and place, again which - used aright is good, used wrongly is evil.
29. As to the abilities, then:
30. We find one that will be imbued with power, and with the places of position. Use same aright; for in many fields, and through many channels, the entity may exercise those gifts as have been builded in the inmost self. USE same aright, whether as the politician, the ruler in the home, the ruler in the business, the ruler as met in any phase of life. To those whom the entity contacts, give that reflection of joy and peace in service that would reflect the Creative Energy as men call God; for in that way, in that manner, the entity may build that which will make for self that peace in mind and heart that passeth all understanding.
31. And keep thy paths straight, for much shall come to thee, and much shall be required at thy hand.
32. Ready for questions.
33. (Q) Is the body in the right line of business, and is it what it is best fitted to do as its life work?
    (A) This, as we see, will lead to that as the life's work. While this may be called a portion of same, it is rather the stepping-stone for the conditions as will arise from time to time.
    Let that which is in hand be used aright, and in the use of same the entity will be guided to the higher and more exalted (if made so) positions in life.
34. (Q) Should the body continue in politics?
    (A) Continue in politics.
35. (Q) And will the efforts along these lines be of benefit to humanity?
    (A) Be of benefit to humanity, when used aright, as has been given.
36. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self (extra copy to self, 12/08/39)
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. 5/17/27 Background correspondence preceding reading 2056-1:
   My Dear Mr. Cayce;
   I am going to ask you to please keep the appointment for May 31, A.M. open. It may be that by that time father [4670] will want another reading. If not I want you to give me a business reading.
   I am anxious to find out whether I am in the right line of business; if what I am doing is my life's work; what I am best fitted to do. Also, and this is more or less tied up in the same proposition; should I continue in politics. If my efforts for good along those lines will be of benefit to humanity (whether restricted to one locality or not) I would like to continue. Otherwise not; as it isn't the pleasantest task in the world.
   We are only on the earth for a limited time and I feel we should endeavor in that time to do something worth while, something which will help to leave the world a better place for our having been there.
   But if I keep on I'll be giving the reading. Unless you hear from me to the contrary please give the reading on me.
   With love and best wishes from Mrs. [298] & myself,
   I am,
   Sincerely yours, [2055]

REPORTS

1. 6/14/27 Mr. [2056]'s ltr. to EC:
   New York City
   Dear Mr. Cayce:-
   Please pardon the delay in acknowledging your letter and the reading. It was indeed MOST interesting. I only wish my motives & ideals were as high as pictured. In other word; how the mighty do fall, at times.
   I had hoped to see Mr. [257] before writing you, but I haven't heard from him as yet. Mrs. [298] & I had a card from them last week.
   I suppose he told you about father [4670]. I'm glad to say he is considerably better. In fact he & mother are going to Detroit the end of this week for an indefinite stay.
   Many thanks for all you have done. I shall follow your suggestion and continue in politics. I only hope I take the reading to heart and am able to remain true to my best ideals. It's not always an easy task.
   Again thanking you, and with best wishes to yourself
   I am,
   Yours truly [2056]
2. 9/15/27 Mr. [2056]'s ltr. to EC:
   ..., N.Y.
   Mr. Edgar Cayce, Virginia Beach, Virginia
   Dear Mr. Cayce:
   Some time ago you asked me to let you know what I really thought about the work which you are doing through the Association of National Investigators.
   To be perfectly frank with you, I do not know whether my own mind is clear regarding same. It is very hard for any one who has been brought up to consider all manifestations of this kind as fakes, to entirely eradicate this thought from their minds. From what I have observed and from what I have learned through Mr. [257] and the others, I am convinced that something exists which my previous experience and education cannot satisfactorily explain.
   The fact that this Power can seemingly be used only for good, is what inclines me to believe in it. I certainly would welcome the opportunity of discussing this subject with you and with Mr. [900]. Mr. Cayce I was very much impressed with what Mr. [900] had to say the evening that we were at his home. I have turned over in my mind, a great many times, his remarks. There is no doubt, whatever, but that a great deal of good to humanity can be accomplished by the proper exercise of this gift.
   I have been extremely busy both here at the store and home. I have thought of you on numerous occasions and have been putting off answering your letter. We have made quite a number of changes in the office here and have moved part of it from the 3rd to the 6th floor.
   At home I am in the midst of a political campaign; running in the Republican primaries for the office of Councilman. As this is a contest and I am bucking the organization, you can readily appreciate that I have my hands full.
   With best personal regards from Mrs. [298] and myself and hoping to have the pleasure of seeing you shortly, I am,
   Sincerely yours, [2056]
3. 10/18/27 Mr. [2056]'s ltr. to EC:
   New York
   Dear Mr. Cayce;-
   As Mr. [257] told you over the phone I have been anxiously awaiting your arrival in New York as I wanted to get some advice regarding my business associations. I feel, intuitively, that I am not doing the work for which I am best fitted. This doubtless, you will recall was expressed by the question in my previous reading, "Is the body in the right line of business, and is it what it is best fitted to do as it's life work?" The answer, "This, as we see, will lead to that as the life's work etc."
   Since that reading however things have been brought forcibly to my consciousness that I should make a change. The way in which our business is obtained and conducted is, to say the least, distasteful to my better feelings. So while I had made up my mind I should make the change, I have waited for your advice before taking any action.
   Now I understand certain forces are working (at the store) which would make any decision on my part unnecessary. In other words I understand they are looking around for someone who can take my place. The question now is, what shall I do? Shall I fight this influence and strive to remain? or shall I bend all my energies to getting something else? If the latter, what type of work shall I seek?
   Should I try to get something in ... or Westchester County? or in New York City?
   If not either of the above, then where? What type or line of endeavor shall I enter?
   This will perhaps give you an idea of my problem. I thank you a thousand times for your kind help & assistance, for as such I look upon it.
   Am enclosing a check; ( the only one I have with me) but am sending another to-morrow for you personally.
   Love & best wishes
   Sincerely yours [2056]
   P.S. Will be at ... Sts., all day Thursday.
4. 10/19/27 (Wed.) Mr. [2056]'s ltr. to EC:
   New York City
   Dear Mr. Cayce:-
   Am enclosing check of which I spoke last evening. Again I must apologize for the smallness of same. I feel as though I was receiving so much & returning so little. Maybe the future will permit the dictates of the heart to hold sway.
   I shall anxiously await your advice. Mrs. [298] said last night she'd rather have your advice than that of all the rest together. And I feel the same myself. I have a strange sense of security that whatever my future may be, it is in hands which need no guiding from me. My duty is to do my work as I see it day by day, always remembering that all our actions & deeds should be to the glory of God. Surely that as a guide should be sufficient.
   Love & best wishes
   Sincerely yours, [2056]
5. 10/27/27 See 2056-2.
6. 6/19/33 He wrote that he had again accepted a place on the City Council of his town.

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