Edgar Cayce Readings, 5049-1

Time and Place: Set bet. 3:30 to 4:30 P. M. Eastern War Time. ..., Calif.

TEXT

GC: You will give the relations 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 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:
EC: Yes, we have the records here of that entity now known as or called [5049].
In interpreting the records here, we find that, if the entity will apply its own will, the abilities to become a channel of blessings to many are made manifest. Here we have an unusual entity, that has the ability, as would be termed in common parlance (as does each individual within its own self) to "make good", if it will.
For God hast given thee a wonderful opportunity in the companionship of thy foster-mother. While not too many years will be granted thee in that companionship, make good while ye may, else there will come periods of regret, and such regrets become as canker to the mind and body.
Thy body is indeed the temple of the living God. It has known (thy body) in this body, thy soul-body, the touch of the Master of men, the Saviour of man, and this in itself should keep thee safe. Ye must put from thy mind that of selfishness and the desire for the gratifying of the appetites of the body. Discipline thyself.
While the activity in the Armed Services would be galling at times, and offer opportunities for many forms of indulgence, we find that if ye will take it seriously, ye will have the opportunity in thy experience that will bring to thee by the 3rd day of January, 1945, the happiest day of thy experience in this life. Don't lose that opportunity, for it will be as a cycle of time, as in commemoration, as it were, of the blessings of the hand of the Master upon thee, if ye choose that day to give thy body, thy promises to a companion who may become a part of thy life on that day. Keep that body then, as it were, for that day.
In giving the interpretations of the urges from the astrological angle, we find Venus, Jupiter, Uranus and Saturn are in thy consciousness. Love and beauty are parts of thy soul and life, yet ye oft would sell that most precious to thee for a moment of selfish joy; of self satisfaction; yet there is deep within thy soul that which as from the Jupiterian influence, is noble, fine and good, and if ye will but hold to it, it will be thy crowning glory.
Saturn has brought, and brings, many changes in thy experiences.
As to appearances, these have been few and far between. Thus many things are new, yet there is a little that ye know of good and bad, and little ye may not attain if ye will put thy trust in Him, whom ye served so well in the experience before this, until thy zeal ate up thy good intentions.
Be not weary in well-doing, for it is those who endure to the end who find again peace within themselves. This is thy experience, ye are not satisfied. He can satisfy, even Jesus, the Christ. In doing good to others, for others, this as ye know, is well pleasing in His sight. This is that He indicated to thee, as is blessed thee, as Omarn; in just being good for something, to administer to the needs of others, in thy ability to bring cheer to others, and never belittling thine own self, nor thy ideals.
Thy ideal is the life of the Master, that ye have dreamed of at times, and yet, like many others, ye have grown weary in watching that which appears to be good in the earth. Remember there is a way that seemeth good, but the end thereof is bitter gall. There are those harmonies that thou hast which if applied, will bring the joy of living.
Before that we find them in the land of the Grecians when there were individuals chosen as models for the carvings and statuaries and paintings. The entity then as Marty was chosen, end even she with the arms broken was modeled from Marty. In beauty and grace and harmony, then, lose not thy hold upon thy purposes for which these are done.
Before that we find the entity was in the Egyptian land, when there was the choosing of individuals as models through which the activity in the Temple Beautiful, as well as from the Temple of Sacrifice, was carried on. The entity then, as a grand-daughter of the Priest, stood out as the model for those who were in activities in the various channels of home building, or preparation for modeling activity in other lands, in the name then of Astra-al-on.
As to the abilities of the entity then: these are limited only to thine own will, for He the giver of life, the blessings of the blessed, has blessed thee. Forget it not. Live true to it, and when the opportunity is presented as for January 3rd, 1945, set that as thy wedding date.
Ready for questions.
(Q) Should I join the Waves, or some branch of the Service?
(A) Any of these branches of the Service. Discipline is needed, as well as determination in self, if you will be true to thy better nature.
(Q) How and when was I associated with my foster-mother before?
(A) In the experience in the Holy Land. She was then thy mother. Don't fail her now.
(Q) Will my foster-mother be able to keep her health as long as she lives, or shall I plan to care for her?
(A) As has been indicated, not too long. Will ye but grant that companionship; make well of it, that there be no regrets.
(Q) What has taken place in previous incarnations that in spite of early Christian training, education and abundant opportunities to make good, that I choose bad company and habits, instead of good, always 'kicking against the pricks' and giving those who love me anxiety?
(A) Read that given as to that which has caused thee to wonder, or to feel or to seek gratifying activities, by belittling self. It is self ye have hurt more than she. Ye can correct it in living that ye know she, yea even thy Master, would have thee be.
(Q) Should I stay in California, or is it best that I go elsewhere; if so, where?
(A) It is best that you join the activity, and wherever the entity is sent, for it will not stay in California.
(Q) Why have I since childhood deceived and lied to my foster-mother whom I love, or do I love her?
(A) As has been indicated, over-zealousness.
(Q) When and where have I known [...] before?
(A) In the Egyptian experience, as well as in the Grecian.
(Q) Will she have care in a Christian home?
(A) She will, if ye see to it, by thine own prayers.
(Q) How may I begin to carry out God's plan for my life?
(A) Begin by first analyzing of self. Choosing and willing self to do His biddings.
(Q) What was my relationship with [...] in previous incarnations?
(A) A friend in the Egyptian experience, as well as one as a tempter in the Holy Land. These may be good or bad associations, dependent upon what ye do about same. Study to show thyself approved unto God; a workman not ashamed, stressing the words of truth, keeping self unspotted from the world.
We are through with this reading.
Copy to self through foster Mother
Copy to Ass'n file
Copy for Indexing

BACKGROUND

Single; insurance filing clerk; unemployed.
12/13/43 Foster-mother's letter: "This is sort of an emergency case. The party is now in an institution, and will be well enough to be out May 1, 1944. It is then that I would like to have a reading, if possible... I have been her guardian since she was 18 months old, and she is like my own daughter. Thank you."
12/16/43 EC's reply: "I have yours of the 13th enclosing application for membership and request for a Life Reading for your foster-daughter. The first possible period we have for this is the afternoon of May 1st... I hope this will be satisfactory. If you accept this period, be sure to let us know just where she is at the hour of the reading. Also, prepare a list of questions that doubtless you would like to have asked. Miss [3356] can help you, I'm sure, with the questions... I hope we may be the means of real service."
4/10/44 The following questions, in addition to those at end of the Life Reading, were worded and submitted by the foster-mother; she also requested that this reading be sent to her foster-daughter in ..., Calif.: "(1) In my present problem, what am I to do? (2) What was the basic trouble with me that I did not succeed in the insurance office at home? (3) What line of work is best suited to me and which I would enjoy making a living in? (4) Would you advise marriage for me, and if so, can you describe the man that I may recognize him? (5) Have I known him before? (6) Tell me how I can begin and continue to carry out God's plan for my life? There are times when I want to, when I want a changed life, when I want to resist temptation and exercise self-control. (7) What was my relationship with [...] in previous incarnations? (8) Could you tell me if she will soon be well after almost a lifetime of invalidism? (9) Will it be wise for my foster-mother to come to California via air, to see me in June or later?"

REPORTS

5/22/45 Gina Cerminara's letter to Miss [3356]: "We are at present conducting a research project on the Life Readings given by Mr. Cayce... You might be able to assist me in completing our records with regard to the Life Reading of Miss [5049]. Her Life Reading indicates that January 3, 1945 would be a very happy day in her life, and indicates also that on that day she would, or should, marry. In the interest of ascertaining whether or not the reading was accurate, on this point, would you be so kind as to let us know whether or not the prophecy has been fulfilled? Any other comment you might care to make on the accuracy - or otherwise - of the reading, would be of great value to us in our study and would be deeply appreciated."
5/31/45 Miss [3356]'s reply: "You are undertaking a work that I've wished could be done. The Physical Readings stand up under every test or diagnosis; I've been wondering if the Life Readings in their prognoses do. You ask me about Miss [5049]'s prophecy regarding her marriage. I talked this over with her adopted mother and she will reply to your inquiry in detail. The reading stated that the marriage would take place IF certain suggestions were carried out. The thing that especially interested me is that Miss [...], a friend and also an enemy in previous incarnations, prevented this marriage from taking place. My explanation is that [5049] submitted to Miss [...]'s whim when she should have asserted herself, but I do not know all the details..."
11/02/45 Foster-mother's letter: "From time to time I am privileged to read correspondence sent to Miss [3356]... You have the record of Mr. Cayce's Reading for my adopted daughter. Since that time, she has made an unfortunate marriage, has an 18-months' old daughter, and is an alcoholic. Is there anything in any of Mr. Cayce's readings which deals with alcoholic treatments..."
7/16/46 HLC's reply: "Your request addressed to the A.R.E. under a November 1945 date was misplaced. We regret this delay in answering your letter. At the present time the cross-indexing and extracting work has not proceeded far enough to bring to light all of the information on Alcoholism. A number of readings were given for individuals with this condition. We have noted your request, and will advise you just as soon as this material is in shape for publication."
8/01/46 Foster-mother ordered various publications from A.R.E.
3/27/50 Questionnaire-letters sent to foster-mother and Miss [3356]. No reply.
10/02/52 No record of verbal or written contact on this case since 8/01/46.