Reading 254-20

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Date: 2/2/1925 Sex: M ReadingID: 1158

This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 322 Grafton Avenue, Dayton, Ohio, this 2nd day of February, 1925, in accordance with request made by [900], in his 1/29/25 letter.

[Edgar Cayce; Mrs. Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.]

Time of Reading 322 Grafton Ave., 12:00 Noon Dayton Time. Dayton, Ohio.

1. GC: You will have before you the bodies Edgar Cayce and [900], who have established the “Association of National Investigators” to carry on the psychic work of Edgar Cayce. You will have before you those at the present time associated with the bodies Edgar Cayce and [900] in the carrying on of this work. You will also have before you the body of May Solomon who was at the home of [900], … Street, Room …, Wednesday Night, January 28, 1925, New York City, and there discussed and planned periodical work of the Association. You will tell us, now that our organization is a fact, what we may do to further the work, what we may do to help put our Association on a sounder basis, correct us in anything we may have done that we should not have done, and ought not do in the future. You will also tell us if May Solomon is the right body to cooperate with [900] to care for the periodical work of the Association, and if she will in any way take advantage of knowledge she is gaining from the association with [900] to use it for her personal gain, her personal fame, and not for the benefit of the Association. You will answer questions on this:

2. EC: Yes, we have the bodies here and the association for the purpose of furthering the psychic work, and the discussion regarding periodical work, and those associations and the conditions as regarding same.

3. Now, in these conditions and relations, we have a vast deal of both data and conditions in the minds of those associated with the furtherance of this work. First, the Association. This is as has been given - commence. Now, in this association, we find with those as are associated with those regarding the work, these, each and every one, shall gain that knowledge necessary for the furtherance of work of this character, for we must cooperate with the other would there be the success as is necessary for such work of such phenomena to be dealt with properly, and for the benefits that may accrue from same to be given to those desiring such assistance.

4. Then, let each determine in their minds to fully cooperate with the mind of [900], who is at present directing the investigations in the manner where each, will they but study the information obtained, may gain the insight into that great work that may be accomplished through such investigation of such phenomena.

5. As to those things to be done, first gain that cooperation in fact, in spirit and in truth.

6. As to the work, the discussion by and between [900] and May Solomon, as to periodical work, this body, May Solomon, we find particularly (and peculiarly) adapted for such work; yet there is at present some inclination for the individual to gain knowledge that they may broaden their vision regarding such phenomena as manifested through the sources, both of Edgar Cayce and [900]. There is the intent that at some future time such knowledge as is attained through this association may be turned into channels that would be remunerative to the individual. As to how this, then, may be conducted that the individual does not supersede the intent and purpose for which the work has been, and is, outlined, let the body, [900], give and impress on the individual the reaction of those who would in any manner attempt to take advantage in an underhand manner of work, data, information, gathered through such sources. This may be well done, for the individual is susceptible to the finer insight into mental and spiritual development, and the body [900] capable through his mentality of giving such information as may awaken the assistance of the individual and to prevent any undue, unsatisfactory, use of data given the body, May Solomon. Then, impress those facts, and he will find the work will progress in a satisfactory manner, but do not let the individual labor without compensation in manner commensurate with work done.

7. As to how the work as the Association may be furthered, sooner the better that all who have been interested in the phenomena may know, by letter, by data, the intent, the purpose, of the Association and of the Association’s existence in fact, and of the work the Association intends to do, and cooperation desired from individuals who have obtained, who know of, who are interested in the furtherance of the good obtained through such phenomena.

8. As to the conditions that should not arise, let there be no contention in any place, keeping close to that principle as has been given for the foundation of such an Association; good unto those who seek, through the divine within self, to be awakened to the consciousness of the good that may be accomplished through making the will one with God, as accomplished in following those conditions as given by Him who gave “I am the Way, the Truth, the Light. Come unto me and learn of me, for my yoke is easy and my burden is light, casting all cares on me,” looking to that city without, who is the builder, and who through the awakened divine may become one with the Father.

9. Ready for questions.

10. (Q) Is there anything in the organization that we should heed, or be warned of? (A) Only that as given. Let those who have known of, and who for one cause or another have contacted the phenomena, know of the intent and purpose of the Association, and that same is offered to those who would with diligence seek that understanding.

11. (Q) Give us guidance regarding the conduct of our new Association. (A) Has been given, in no uncertain terms, and it is needed only that these conditions in each be kept and that every one associated with the Association know and keep these principles within. Let each approach every condition with that prayer:

GOD MAKE ME WORTHY TO ENTER INTO THE HOLY OF HOLIES AND UNDERSTAND HOW I MAY SERVE MY FELLOW MAN IN GIVING THE ESSENCE OF LIFE TO MANY. AMEN.

12. We are through for the present.

Reports

Reports & Follow-up

R1. 2/16/25 Edgar Cayce’s letter to his friend W. L. Jones in Selma, Ala., in re Morton and Edwin’s interest in the work, plans to move to Virginia Beach:

“Morton, the older of the two, is at present in New Orleans. I certainly wish it was so that you could meet and talk to him personally. He’s there on a little pleasure trip, but as he wired me this morning he found a great deal more pleasure in sitting down working on our data than he did in the sights and surroundings in New Orleans. He is thirty. Eddie, the younger, and one that is married, is twenty-six. I’m in hopes that we will get things in shape so that I can move to Virginia Beach sometime in June or the first of July. Of course this is not definitely settled as yet. I know there may be a good many developments between now and then, but these are our plans just now…

“I have no idea what’s the size of Virginia Beach. As you perhaps know it’s only a few miles from Norfolk, Va., and is close to the ocean, or perhaps the whole place is a beach, and a resort, as I understand, where there are a great many people who have retired from worldly labors and have settled down to rest.”

R2. 3/28/83 Excerpts from this week’s A.R.E. Staff Minutes [which GD thinks timely to add, at this late date, to that long ago Edgar Cayce reading which told us how to “carry on” the Work]:

A “NUMBER-ONE” GIRL - JERRY MCDOWELL AND HER NIGHTTIME INSPIRATION

Jerry McDowell, originally from Ashland, Kentucky, came in contact with A.R.E. through Jess Stearn’s book, THE SLEEPING PROPHET, in 1967 and visited here that year. In 1969 she joined the organization and moved here after her husband died in 1973. She started working in the A.R.E. Bookstore in 1974 for Phyllis Embleton and then worked as a receptionist and for Jane Killen in the Library when it was still in the Headquarters Building.

Later she worked three years in Data Processing and Computers at the Naval Airbase. During this time she volunteered at A.R.E. two days a week during the wintertime and during the summer she worked here at night from 5 to 10 o’clock for three nights a week. (Approximately 1,000 hours in two years)

In 1978 she became a part of the library staff and worked in A.R.E.’s Data Processing Department on the night shift. Today she is a Library Assistant, working “on the desk” and processing books.

Last Saturday night she had difficulty sleeping and when she did sleep the following material kept coming to her. She’d get up and write and then go back to bed and more would come. She couldn’t remember it all, but this is the gist of it.

K. B. [Kitty Brittell, Ed. A.R.E. News]

The A.R.E. is a dedicated, CHOSEN, group of people.

Edgar Cayce said, “Many will be drawn ‘to the Work,’ but only those intended to carry it on will stay.” We have stuck like burrs to our jobs and have watched A.R.E. grow from a small group to an organization with 40,000 members. We have volunteered when money was short and worked many hours overtime without pay. We are followers of a dream and eager to share that dream with others. We are, as the late Les Wilmore put it, “Researchers waiting to be enlightened.”

We have been drawn to A.R.E. from everywhere - all states, all walks of life - drawn by a spark lit by a book, a friend, a newspaper article, a TV program, a radio program that kindled within us a desire to share in a project that seemed worthwhile, to help others and thus enrich our souls. We have sold our homes, left our jobs, our families and our friends to come to Virginia Beach - a safe place - where people of like minds are drawn together. As many readings state, “Those who belong ‘to the work’ will find their way to it.”

We have worn clothes from “Things Unlimited” and garage sales. We have lived in one room efficiencies, garages, and shared rooms with friends to stay here. We have tightened our belts and hung in.

We have been called “way out” and “Kooks” but so was Edgar Cayce. In spite of jeers and doubts, the name of Edgar Cayce is known worldwide and has made the word “psychic” and “readings” go to the far corners of the earth. People come and keep coming and some, “the chosen,” stay and start helping to make the dream come true of a better world with caring, sharing, aware people in it. We have come with stars in our eyes - may they keep shining. We are as eager as puppies to share in a feeling of belonging to a group that is striving to improve the world.

Many of us are psychic and that helps as we have an insight into others that enables us to look inside a person and see what is in his heart. Many who weren’t psychic to begin with became so. Doubters have become believers. In all departments we meet people who have had something happen to them that they don’t understand. They need someone to talk to who won’t laugh and who will assure them that they are not losing their minds - that they have had a door opened to the psychic and that others have had the same experience. We work in a place where if someone says, “I went out of my body last night,” someone will say, “You DID? Where did you go?” We don’t say, “You’re crazy.” Take time to listen.

There have been problems and adversities, good times and bad. Everyone and every organization has them, but unlike most of this chaotic world we have a goal and we must try and keep it before us - ‘the Work’ must go on. We change positions, we search to find the niche in which we will accomplish more and be of more service and to be happy and satisfied in the doing it. A happy soul shines - it attracts others - don’t hide your light under a bushel. We must strive to set a good example so that others will want to follow in our footsteps.

In striving to get ahead, we shouldn’t shove, we should encourage. We shouldn’t prod - extend a hand. Anger and quarrels only hinder. Open discussions and suggestions accomplish more with fewer smarts to the ego. We have all been together before and old encounters linger in our subconscious, but the life we are living now is the one in which we are chalking up Brownie points for the next life.

When you take the joy out of a job, it becomes a chore. Now is the time for soul searching. Are you lifting up or tearing down? Are you making others happy or miserable Constructing or deconstructing? Think about it! Appreciate abilities, be compassionate with frailties. Give advice, don’t censor. You’ll gain by it!

Every day we hear “We don’t have time to discuss it,” “We don’t have time to do it.” Beware! Time has a way of running out! When the mortar goes, the bricks fall apart. The human touch, the awareness of what’s going on about us, the looking in and familiarizing oneself with the spokes in the wheel, will help the hub to move the whole cart. We NEED the adhesive, the glue, the ideals that hold us together. We NEED the force, the impact of our combined awareness and knowledge to keep moving upward. We need the good, the light

• not the bad, the darkness. We are the Sons [and Daughters] of Light - let’s act like it!

Milton says, “They also serve who only stand and wait.” The secret is to know what we are waiting and standing FOR!

Easter is coming - a new beginning, a resurrection of the soul. Let’s put our souls on the upward path. Strive for the heavens, reach for the stars, start living our dream!

R3. 9/14/2000 JT’s note: This poem, written by Jon Robertson, Managing Editor, Venture Inward Magazine was read by Jon at a September 2000 Managers Meeting.

“One night in October, 1995, before drifting off to sleep, I suddenly pictured myself at the podium in the main auditorium reading a poem to the staff. I could see the words on the paper I was reading and knew it was a poem about the A.R.E. as I observed myself, I was impressed with how nicely the poem flowed: how it proceeded from one stanza to the next. Thinking I would surely forget the poem, I began again and it was as though a videotape had been rewound. The words came out exactly the same. After observing myself reading the poem to the staff several times, I thought how grand it would be if I could write it down. But I was so tired, I decided I would just try to recall it in the morning. Then I heard A voice say, “Write it down, Jon!” I got up and was able to Write it down, word for word. Other than some editing and the addition of a stanza or two for closure, the poem is just as it came to me that night.”

Room at the Inn By Jon Roberston As travelers weave their lonely paths, we sometimes chance to meet upon the road, along the river, to rest our tired feet.

There are dangers on the road, we know, and appointments to be kept, there’s sometimes need for bath and board, and it seems ages since we’ve slept.

The inn’s few rooms are prized, indeed, by those who have a thirst, to read the books upon the shelf, and sup with strangers for a spell, passing dishes of yourself.

The inn is always full, we know, though travelers come and go. When one leaves down a different path, another fills the role.

Because the inn is light, a secret temple to behold, the sojourns there decreed in dreams, so the people there can grow.

Strangers from every land and time fill the inn by day. But we weren’t always strangers, no, though memories can fade

You - I think I robbed you once. and you, you were my daughter. You always wondered where I went when the farm began to falter.

I had no time for you, my fault, it was during the greatest plague. But through loneliness, and lessons too, my dear, I’ve dearly paid.

My son sits now across from me, to you I gave a third, my brother’s here, from Ireland, when pianos first were heard. And my two sisters from Indian times, when we hearkened to the Word.

With you, my wife, I was so in love. You died when my heart was full. And husbands, too, when I wore skirts, still think me a fool.

Of the faces that I’ve never known, I hope we’ll meet again. Memories will be kind to us as kind as we have been.

At supper’s end we turn to-ward our rooms for sleep and rest, knowing that the inn will live long after we’ve passed our test.

In the morning don’t we always know the love that we have earned? As living life will also show what, still, we have to learn.

I am glad to see you all again, and down the road you’ll see. We’ll gather at another inn, where I hope we all can be. When next it’s time to work awhile I hope there’s room for me.

Background

Background

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Mentioned Entities

A.R.E. (Association for Research and Enlightenment), Dreams, Solomon, Soul, Purpose, Virginia Beach, Dayton Ohio, Jess Stearn, Ohio, Book of Job, Free Will, Gertrude Cayce, Gladys Davis, Holy of Holies, Ideal, Incarnation, Kentucky, Milton Harrison, New York City, Prayer

Source: The Complete Edgar Cayce Readings, A.R.E. CD-ROM (2006). Reading 254-20, ReadingID 1158.