Have ye analyzed the difference between ideas and
ideals? Ideals are set from spiritual purposes, spiritual
aspirations, spiritual desires and there is a pattern in
Him who is the way, the truth and the light, and when that
pattern is set according to such judgments, we would find
there is never condemning of another. Because others do not
agree with thee, condemn them not. For with what judgment
ye mete, it is measured to thee again. These ye find as thy
greater problems in the present in relationships with others.
Then analyze first thyself and thy ideals. Not merely as to,
"Yes, I believe this," or "Yes, I believe that," but write it
down:
What is thy spiritual ideal? Who is the author of same? Do
ye apply same mentally? Is that what ye think of people?
Ye are inclined to say harsh things at times, or not harsh
but slighting things, and these grow and multiply by being
told or by just being exposed to gossip; and it brings
difference, it brings confusion, and these are reflected
in thine own experience.
As a teacher, as an instructor thy body may do well, provided
the activities which are indicated are kept in accord with an
ideal which is worthy of acceptation for such.
The love of the home is innate and yet because of confusions
these at times have become, do become strained points. But
if the entity will take self in hand and just don't say,
don't do anything about or to another that you would not like
to have others do about you, you will find there will be a
change in the outlook, there will come to thee opportunities,
possibilities that have been denied. For the law of the
Lord is perfect and it converts the soul. And when the
soul is converted the mind and body changes and leads in
the straight and narrow way.
As to the appearances in the earth, these have been quite
varied. While all are not given here, these may indicate
to the entity the pattern, the activities and as to how
they reflect in the present.
Before this we find the entity was in the land of the present
nativity during those early settlings in the land with the
formations there of the first organized groups.
Differences arose with the entity because of its associations
with some of those who were in authority. The daughters
of the first governor the entity associated with, and the
companions, and the one who went to England for activities
there is in thine own household, and ye find differences
and disagreements in the present. These ye may correct by
just keeping quiet; not letting it just be something that
smoulders "I'll forgive you but I won't forget it," attitude
but rather as if it did not exist, and you will find quite a
variation.
The name then was Marian Knuckles.
Before that we find the entity was in the Roman land when
there were those activities with the returning of individuals
who brought a religious truth which had been taught in the
Holy Land. The entity accepted same but used it rather as a
principle of long or good business.
Thus the entity finds in self today something which is ever
tending toward a religious principle, and yet too oft does
religion interfere with good business. These should be one,
not separate. For the Lord, thy God is one.
The entity is a good business person. It might handle any
business and conduct it well for self or for others but as
a teacher may it excel the better, as an instructor, as a
keeper of young people - which you don't like - but it would
be good for you. For even, as has been given, "out of the
mouth of babes comes the words of wisdom" which would be
good indeed for the entity.
In the activities there we find the entity was in the name
Shealn. In the experience the entity gained materially. The
entity gained spiritually. The entity needs to apply the
lessons learned there. Again may it be applied, the law of
the Lord is perfect. It is inclusive; one may live by it as
well as die by it.
Before that we find the entity was in the Yucatan land where
the groups gathered from the Atlantean land. The entity
was rather of the natives but able to embrace and to become
a part of the general activities there. Thus becoming
an associate or companion to one of those who were set
in authority in the land, and thus the unusual reading of
stories of adventure, reading of things which pertain to
the mystical, all are of special interest to the entity.
The name then was Shean.
As to the abilities of the entity, that to which it may
attain and how, first:
As indicated, there are many virtues; do magnify them! There
are faults; do minimize those! Not only in thy experience of
self but in thy judgment of others. Look for, find and you
know there is so much good in others that it doesn't behoove
anyone to speak evil. For that evil that we find in others
is a reflection of that which is within self. Remember that!
When ye find faults with others ye only magnify them in self.
Learn, then, thine own ideal and keep it. Study to show
thyself approved unto God, a workman not ashamed, rightly
dividing the words of truth and keeping self unspotted from
the world.
As a governess, as a teacher, as a home builder, may the
entity succeed materially, mentally, spiritually.
Ready for questions.
(Q) Why does my daughter, [...] seem so indifferent, and
how may I bring about better relationships for our mutual
development?
(A) As has been indicated, a sister in the experience before
this, ye fell out and ye haven't made up. You'd better
commence it and not enter into another experience and
find it worse.
(Q) Through what type of activity may I best meet my
material needs in the present?
(A) As has been indicated, teaching or as a governess or
caretaker for young.
(Q) Should I continue in my present domestic routine, if not
please advise what I should do for the best interest of all.
(A) If these lead to the activity as indicated, very well.
(Q) Any other advice?
(A) Study to show thyself approved unto God. Find harmony
in self and ye may bring it into the experience of others.
We are through.
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BACKGROUND
Born North Carolina,
8/13/92; res. Va.; widow; 1 child.
8/30/43 EC's letter: "Clarifying my conversation with you a
few minutes ago, we are making the appointment for the
morning of June 15... A few days before the time of the
appointment, let us know if you will be here in person..."
5/16/44 Letter: "I shall keep the appointment in person."
REPORTS
5/46 GD's note: The following extract was used in Gina
Cerminara's seminar class: "...As teacher may it excel the
better, as an instructor, as a keeper of young people - which
you don't like - but it would be good for you." After the
class, [
5255] asked Gina Cerminara: "How did you know that
about me?"
1/16/52 GD's note: [
5255] has attended several meetings and
classes of A.R.E. - admits that here Life Reading is a true
analysis.
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