This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 2nd day of August, 1943, in accordance with request made by the self - [3128], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research and Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by the book, THERE IS A RIVER.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Born February 28, 1895, in Butzow in Mecklenburg, Germany.

TEXT

1. GC: You will go over this body; give the relations of the 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 the earth plane, giving time, place and the name, and that in each life which built or retarded the development for the entity; giving the abilities of the present entity, that to which it may attain, and how. You will answer the questions, as I ask them:
2. EC: Yes, we have the entity now called [3128].
3. In giving the interpretations of the records as we find them here, much will be considered as to what has been and may be used by the entity in the application of its abilities in the present experience.
4. For, many varied interpretations might be made of the records. But these we choose with the desire and purpose that the entity may use the suggestions here, to better fulfil the purposes for which the entity entered this present sojourn.
5. The entity finds itself often misunderstood, by its best friends, by those whom it scarcely knows, and by those whom it loves the most. And rarely is this the fault of the entity, yet it is because of the impressions made upon the minds of certain individuals.
6. Easily the entity finds that it may become the flirt, in serious things, in secular things, in sacred things. Regarding these, then, the entity should take itself in hand, or take stock of self and analyze its purposes; set its own ideals, from the spiritual, the mental, AND the material will take care of itself.
7. Many a heartache has come to the entity from being misunderstood. The interests of the entity are those that would have to do with an helpful influence, that would enable individuals or groups to be helped, - those that are unfortunate in their karma, or in their outward life, by accident.
8. And here again, from experiences, the entity has had awakenings that have been hard to interpret in its own experience.
9. For, astrologically - or according to the consciousness through which the entity manifests in its mental and spiritual forces - we find Mercury with Uranus, Venus and Uranus afflicting; Uranus with Jupiter benevolent, - making a personality that is sure in itself at times, and yet by others it may be called one indifferent, cold, temperamental, and even unfaithful to promises it makes itself or others.
10. These are those things we would give the entity to think about, and to make a study of - in the analysis of itself. And there ARE the abilities to lend a hand to any character of work having to do with the universal helpful welfare, especially of children and their problems; children that are unfortunate, children that are handicapped by physical conditions. This is that work the entity should do. For, children understand - when those that should, pretend or, because of their OWN interests or seeming lack of interest, lack the cooperativeness needed to be helpful.
11. As to appearances in the earth, - these have been quite varied. All of these may not be indicated in the present, for - as given - each cycle brings a soul-entity to another crossroad, or another urge from one or several of its activities in the material plane. But these are chosen with the purpose to indicate to the entity how and why those urges are a part of the entity's experience as a unit, or as a whole. For, one enters a material sojourn not by chance, but there is brought into being the continuity of pattern or purpose, and each soul is attracted to those influences that may be visioned from above. Thus THERE the turns in the river of life may be viewed.
12. To be sure, there are floods in the life; there are dark days and there are days of sunshine. But the soul-entity stayed in a purpose that is creative, even as this entity, may find the haven of peace as is declared in Him.
13. Before this, then, the entity was in the land of the present nativity; with those groups seeking adventure, experiences. They came to those lands of the entity's present sojourn, during those periods when there was strife in the land. The desire to take advantage of these situations first caused mental exuberance; then, with the purpose found, there was the eventual joining with the ideals of a free, a purposeful, a directed a guided experience.
14. The entity remained in the land, and during those periods of reconstruction, following the turmoils caused by the death through assassination of the President, the entity was brought close to those activities in high places - but through secret activities.
15. Thus we find in the present the entity is oft misinterpreted as to purpose, because of the lack of becoming overexcited; misunderstood because of the deep, lasting purposefulness of the entity itself, and its deep sincerity. And easily the entity is hurt when misinterpreted.
16. The name then was Kert Kirschar. In the experience the entity gained; in the abilities to think, the abilities to write, the abilities to attract children - especially those hindered in their activities. And this may be put to an active service in the present to bring real peace to the entity in its seeking to be a service to others.
17. Before that the entity was in the Spanish land, when there were those varied excursions seeking the riches, the gold of the world.
18. The entity was among those who sent, knew of, and later themselves visited those portions of the land now known as Mexico.
19. These brought experiences, adventure, opportunities of many kinds to the entity. While the entity was not one wholly in authority, the entity contributed to the making of policies in that land during those portions of its sojourn and its activities there.
20. Hence those peculiar interests the entity finds latent within self respecting the position of individuals in varied lands under questionable circumstances, as well as particular interest in the state affairs of that land, arise from the experiences of the entity there - as Juanita Mechdaz.
21. The greater part of the entity's activity was a gain. And the abilities to be subtle, to be wise within self by keeping self's counsel, as well as interests in the young, arise from that sojourn.
22. Before that the entity was in the Egyptian land during those periods when individuals were prepared for services in the Temple of Sacrifice and in the Temple Beautiful. For, the entity was among those purified in the Temple of Sacrifice; and was set as a director, as a teacher of the various groups of both sexes as to their fitness for motherhood and fatherhood; or the eugenics as would be called today.
23. Thus the interest in those things pertaining to the preparation of children, of the young, for offices or places in authority. These, too, may be used in those ways in which helpful influences may be brought, may be given, to the developing years of the young.
24. The name then, implying the service, was Ar-Eist-El.
25. As to the abilities of the entity in the present, then, - these are many. Yet they have remained dormant, oft because of circumstance. Yet much of these will be found latent within the mind, the ability of the entity to apply self.
26. Then, as to how:
27. Know first thy ideal in spiritual things. Choose that which is thy pattern. For, know, the pattern is to be now - for now and for hereafter.
28. Then in the mental prepare self, and in the fields pertaining to helpful forces for the directing of the young, and especially young mothers, may be the outlet in which the entity can contribute the most to its period of usefulness in a happy, peaceful, satisfying manner that brings the peace of Him who IS the light of the world.
29. Ready for questions.
30. (Q) How may I develop any faculty I may possess so as to be of the greatest service to myself and fellow men?
    (A) In following those channels and directions indicated here; studying self, knowing thy ideal, and putting it in practice with thy fellow man.
31. We are through with this Reading.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. 5/01/43 [3128]'s letter to EC:
   "Thank you for your letter and the material regarding the readings. What a marvelous life work is yours. Having re-read 'There Is A River', I more and more feel that I have found the answer to many things that were puzzling.
   "For the past five years I have definitely directed my reading toward finding out 'what it is all about.' A friend started it by lending me 'Science of Mind' by Ernest Holmes. I read his book and believed in its principle because it appealed to my common sense. I tried to find the underlying truth and found the 'Rosicrucion Cosmic Conception' by Max Heindel. He and Madame Blavatsky in her 'Secret Doctrine' tell the same story as do your readings. It is strange that Madame Blavatsky's quarrel with the church (Catholic) is or was, that she claims the church had the true doctrine but kept it secret.
   "Slowly, I came to the conclusion that reincarnation was the only answer to our evolution. The yogis taught it and now I am happy to find that the Christian doctrine agrees. All other writing seemed foreign to our practical, up-to-date American way of thinking, but your readings speak our language. It is that which makes its appeal to me.
   "I think you are doing the greatest good to mankind by doing this work. It is for the good of all and will, no doubt, bless you in turn. In your life story you seem puzzled first as to why you were chosen. Perhaps it is as Plotimus says - 'The divinities, though present to many human beings, often reveal themselves only to some one person, because he alone is able to comtemplate them.' The rest of us are lucky to have you among us at this time.
   "I am asking for a Life reading, especially, as I wish to know just what, if any, special talent I may possess. I feel that there is something I must do and cannot find out just what it is.
   "Perhaps you will let me know the date of the reading and I shall try and cooperate in every way possible. The reading will be one of the more important events of my life and I am looking forward to it."

REPORTS

1. 8/17/43 [3128]'s letter to EC:
   "I am in receipt of my life reading and want to tell you how much pleased I am with it. The help and assistance that you are giving to the world today is one of the present day wonders. I only hope I can profit as such as possible from the reading. If you or the Association have any suggestions to make regarding same, I hope you will do so.
   "The book 'There Is A River' has given me so much assurance and enlightenment and, of course, pleasure, that I am passing it along among my friends. You sent me the booklet 'A Search for God' and I find in it so much helpful material and I shall try to apply its lessons as indicated in my reading."
2. 10/17/43 [3128]'s letter to EC:
   "Here I come again to talk to you about my Life Reading of August 2nd. Since receiving it, I have studied it carefully several times and still think it to be the most wonderful thing in my life.
   "One or two things puzzle me. One is the matter of being misunderstood. So far, I have not been particularly conscious of this condition, perhaps it is still in the future. In that case, I wish to avoid it by changing myself, and for that reason I would like another reading on any last incarnation as Kert Kirschar.
   "Mention is made of 'forming with the ideals of a free, a purposeful, a directed, a guided experience.' I would like to know just what that experience was. Also, just what the 'secret activities' were, for they seem to form a basis for some of the misunderstandings in this life.
   "As to the work suggested in this life. Not having any children of my own, I have little experience, however, I am fond of children and always have the neighbor children about. I want to develop my talents along these lines and wonder if more specific instructions can be given.
   "Can it be given just how the present members of my family were associated in past lives? I have felt from the beginning that I have known my husband before.
   "I know you must be very busy with readings, as the success of 'There Is A River' is in turn a recognition of your own great work. If it is possible to give me another reading, I would be very happy, for I would love to have these questions answered.
   "There is mention made in my reading of the Egyptian period about the time of the Temple of Sacrifice and Temple Beautiful. Does the Association perhaps have a pamphlet on that period? I would appreciate having it sent.
   "The book 'A Search For God' has proved a true light on the way. I have worked through it twice and feel it has still many more things to give to me. Also, since I wish to give copies to some friends, I am enclosing the money for two. I think it is an ideal Christmas present for anyone at all interested in these things.
   "I hope you can find time for another reading and that you will let me know the time and price.
   "Best wishes for the continued success of your work and that of the Association."
   Sincerely, [3128]
3. 2/28/44 [3128]'s letter to EC:
   "I received your letter and my Associate Membership card. Since I am scheduled for a check life reading on May 1st, I think I owe you either ten or twenty dollars for same. Please let me know which amount is correct.
   "Having received so much help from your publications and reading, I feel I would like to contribute whatever little I am able to. Being located in ... where we have one of the countries finest libraries, I wonder if at any time I could contribute some research work for you on any subject the Association is working on. I wish you would call on me if I can be of any service.
   "Recently, in reading 'Psychology of the Unconscious' by Jung, I came upon an interesting reference in ancient myths to the almond tree as having life giving qualities. This reference is on page 557 #32. In case you would like a copy of this, I shall be glad to send it to you."
4. 4/24/44 She submitted questions.
5. 5/01/44 See 3128-2.

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