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YOGA, CHANTING, AND BREATHING EXERCISES
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Yoga, Chanting and Breathing Exercises*

Contents Pages
A. Extracts from the Readings on Yoga 5
B. Case Studies from the Readings on Yoga breathing:

1. Reading # 275-45, 25-year-old woman 11
3. Reading # 288-40, 30-year-old woman (aftereffects) 20
4. Reading # 603-3, 34-year-old woman (not recommended) 22
6. Reading # 903-24, 34-year-old woman, 11/23/36 (and meditation) 34
7. Reading # 903-33, same woman, 5/31/42 37
8. Reading # 1861-10, 35-year-old man (not recommended) 41
9. Reading # 2475-1, 44-year-old man (in depth) 45
10. Reading # 5028-1, 31-year-old woman (not recommended) 49
C. Extracts on Chanting and Intonation for Attunement 51
D. Extracts on Breathing Exercises (General) 63
E. Preparing for Meditation with Breath and Tones:

1. Reading # 281-13, for the “Glad Helper’s” Prayer Group 72
F. Related Material:
Circulating Files and Research Bulletins*
1. Attitudes and Emotions, Vol. I & 2
2. Endocrine System and Glands (and the Book of Revelation)
3. Exercise
4. Healing: Music
5. Ideals Series
6. Meditation
7. Prayer
* Please note topics may overlap (continued on the next page)

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Books and DVD’s:

1. Peter Van Daam's Exercises DVD: Western Yoga for All 77
2. Commentary on the Book of Revelation by A.R.E. Press
3. Interpreting the Revelation with Edgar Cayce by J. Everett Irion
4. Meditation and the Mind of Man by Herbert Puryear
5. Meditation: Gateway to Light by Elsie Sechrist
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Extracts from the Readings on Yoga
2475-1, Male 44 (Physics Research Director), 3/27/41

(Q) Considering the development of the entity, is further practice of the Yoga
exercises of breathing and meditation recommended?
(A) By all means! if and when, and ONLY when, preparation has been made; and
when there is the knowledge, the understanding and the wisdom as to what to do
WITH that gained! Without such, do not undertake same!
257-149, Male 42 (Sales Manager), 5/25/35

It would be well for the portions of the exercises that have been indicated to be taken
that make for the cleansing of the head and neck of the poisons. These are helpful.
Not too much of those that would expand upon the activity of OTHER portions, but
the head, neck and arms….
(Q) Considering all conditions, what exercise could and should I take?
(A) The exercises that have been indicated should be taken at least once or twice a
day. The breathing exercises for the head, the neck and the upper portions of the
body. And walking. And, as indicated oft for the body, the body should make a
BALANCE in its physical, its mental and its spiritual activity; BUDGETING its time,
making for the recreation that is as necessary with the mental body as with the
physical body - and these will keep the body better balanced….
(Q) Should the body take the breathing exercises of Dr. THIND? [East Indian Sikh
teacher, Dr. Bhagat Singh Thind]
(A) As indicated, the breathing exercises for the head, the neck and the arms;
THESE we would take.
(Q) Is the body ready for meditation as suggested by Dr. Thind?

(A) If the body will cleanse its body-PHYSICAL, it will be ready for meditation; and
BUDGET its time!
(Q) How often the meditation?
(A) Once a day, at least….
(Q) Is this year right for him astrologically?
(A) ALL years are right astrologically! This is very good, especially from the fifteenth
of April to the twentieth of October.
(Q) Any further advice?
(A) Study to show thyself approved unto the best within thine inner self. Keep in
relationship with the Creative Forces as to make for the thinking better of self and
self's conduct towards its fellow man; making for the correct balance mentally,
physically, spiritually; and it will make that desired - a mental and material and
spiritual success.
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1703-2, Female 51, 12/12/38
(Q) What can be done to clear up the congestion in the fluid inside the spine, called
by some the kundalini? Will yogi breaths aid?
(A) As we find, rather the influences of the massage that will alleviate the pressures
on those centers along the spine from which impulses are received to the superficial
circulation from the deeper cerebrospinal impulses, would bring the better
assimilated forces in the glandular activity.
The yogi breathing have their place, but when a condition has reached the place
where there is the lack of the forces that PRODUCE same, - then supply them by
release in the system of those centers from which impulse may be had.
(Q) What can I do to bring about a more harmonious coordination between the
number of heart beats and the number of breaths in a given period of time, like a
minute?
(A) Again, in just the same manner as indicated. Through the manipulations and
through the coordinating of impulses from centers in the areas as direct the activity
or flow. For remember, every impulse is from a ganglion through activity of the
cerebrospinal or sympathetic nerve system, as they coordinate one with another
from their radial forces in the centers along the cerebrospinal system.
1597-1, Male 31 (Advertising Writer), 5/27/38
(Q) Should I attempt to foster my apparent latent ability for inspirational writing?
(A) This should come rather a little later, as there is builded in the inner experience
the beauty and hope of such as thy work brings into the minds and hearts of others.
Let's for the moment illustrate these; that the entity may gather as to what
inspiration really means. It is not of influences without, but the ANSWER to
something WITHIN. The real inspiration is the arousing of a consciousness of that
WITHIN!
As one beholds the paintings (we would say) of the Last Supper, or the Virgin, or
the Flight into Egypt - and these are new, or these have not been beheld by the
individuals before - there is seen the awe, the love that flows into the heart and soul
of the beholder. Then such an one (gifted as thyself) may, beholding same, become
inspired as were those who depicted these. Not for the preservation of same as
history, nor as even a place, but - as has been indicated - the day is arriving - the
day is at hand - when it is neither in the temple nor in the mountain but in the
HEARTS of men that the worship and the glory of God is beheld!
(Q) Just how would I proceed to avoid the difficulties of automatic writing and
express the real inner self?
(A) As has just been given, leave it off until ye are more set or deeper-seated in the
consciousness that what ye really seek is to be inspired by Him who gave, "If ye love
me, ye keep my commandments - and if ye keep my commandments, I will come
and abide with thee." THAT is the inspiration, THAT is the direction - or whom He
may guide or direct.
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(Q) Just what phase of the work suggested would offer the best opportunity for him?
(A) As just indicated, it MUST appeal to thee WITHIN!
(Q) Should I marry and if so about what time would be best?

(A) In the thirty-fifth or sixth year.
(Q) Is there some particular individual with whom marriage would be best for me and
if so have I already met this individual?
(A) Such choices should be the answer much in the manner as indicated as to how
the inspirational activities should be begun.
(Q) Should I attempt to practice the Yogi philosophy of regular meditation, breathing,
exercises, etc.?
(A) Not as we find. For, first - as has been given - study to show THYSELF - thy
SELF - approved unto that which is thy ideal; that is, pattern thy life - what it requires
for the deeper communion within; whether the washing of the body, the cleansing of
the mind, by the use of odors, incense or what not, or characters of music. But let
thy IDEAL be raised; not that of any Yogi! For who IS yogi?
Rather know in WHOM ye have believed, as well as in WHAT ye believe. And
know that He in Whom ye have believed is able to keep that thou dost commit unto
Him against ANY experience that may rise within thy undertaking!
For He gave, "Take my yoke upon you and learn of me, for my yoke is easy, my
burden is light - to THOSE who love the Lord and His coming."
(Q) About two years ago I had a vision of myself as an American Indian. Did I have
such an incarnation?
(A) Rather ye saw thyself in association and in activities with same, in the
incarnation just indicated.
(Q) What man or woman - or what organization - is best grounded in the true religion
as taught by Christ and can be advantageously contacted by me for greater spiritual
growth and enlightenment? Consider this from my personal needs in relation to my
spiritual growth.
(A) How has it just been given? SELF! With whom has He promised to deal?
SELF!
As to individuals - as ye give, so may ye receive.
When ye may see in those things that are to thee hateful, in those peoples' lives
that are to thee distasteful, SOMETHING GOOD - what maketh it! It IS the life, the
experience, the indwelling of the Christ-Consciousness within the earth!
Then WHO is the bridegroom, and who is the bride? Thyself - thy Lord!
Trust not any other than Him. For as He gave, it was not that ye should come
unto Peter nor to Paul, but "unto ME! If ye will abide in ME, I will come and abide
with thee!"
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2438-1, Female 39 (Hairdresser), 1/20/41

[12/30/40 [2438]'s letter to EC: “My first marriage was December 19, 1922, and my
second marriage was July 25, 1927, and my third marriage was June 20, 1934.”]
The records here indicate a very unusual personality…. One very entertaining
in its very nature. The entity is a wonderful conversationalist, and tells a good or bad
story well…. One inclined to be attracted to, and to attract, the opposite sex. Thus it
may be said that the entity materially LOVES too well, and VERY unwisely…. For
instance, - the entity has been in Venus oft. Thus the entity is oft lonely, seeking
companionship that oft becomes rather disturbing than satisfying the longings within
for companionship - that are innate.
From Venus AND Uranus, we find that the entity becomes an extremist. So, it
may be violently in love - materially - one day, and just the opposite the next.
We find the entity interested especially in things that are of a mysterious or of
an occult nature. Yet in the study or the analysis of such experience, if the entity
were to interest self in same to a great extent, it would necessitate a great deal of
study and understanding before attempting any of those activities in which the entity
would open self for expressions from the unseen influences. For, otherwise, the
entity might easily become entangled in those forces that would eventually work for
hardships, - or entanglements rather than beneficial experiences.
Yet these are very real. And with the tempering of self and the setting of
determinations, these may be used or applied in the experience for helpful
influences….
Study to analyze self in these directions, and remember the law - speak not
unless it can be for a helpful experience to others….
If there had been the opportunities and choice as a very young individual, for
the entity to have studied or to have practiced in its experience the developing of the
emotions through a system called Yogi, it would have been well.
But in the present, DO NOT attempt to do such breathing exercises to open
the EMOTIONAL centers as related to the physical and the spiritual bodies. To do so
would be harmful in the present stage of activity.
From the former appearances we may find much as indicted in the composite
expression of character and of personality in the present. Thus the necessity for the
entity, as we find, if it would gain the more, to turn to the spiritual side of its nature.
Learn much of self, rather than the manners in which the emotions or
experiences may be brought about in the activity or associations of the mental, the
spiritual and the physical forces of the body-entity.
For, it is these basic principles that are needed here for the awakening to an
unfoldment that may bring real harmony, real peace in the experiences of the entity
in this particular sojourn….
In analyzing self, learn that it is not all of life to merely live, or to supply the
needs of the body in materiality. For, life is a continuous thing, an expression of
Divine; and the stamp of mind upon the self is the expression of love of that Divine
for the companionship of the soul as an individual, as an entity.
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Thus the body-physical is indeed a temple of the divine, of God; and there He
will meet thee, if ye seek to know HIS way with thee! and as to how ye may be as
an expression of HIS glory, His love, His presence in the earth, - rather than the
body being a channel for material emotions that fade, turn sour, become obnoxious
at times in the experience of the entity….
Before that the entity was in the Roman AND the Grecian land. The entity
was among the Grecian maidens, fair of body; an entertainer in its abilities; educated
as one adapted to, and being an adept in, the dance, as well as being the
conversationalist to those who were in authority.
Thus the entity became first as one to be an entertainer for those in power
and position. The entity lost in attempting to use self and to ensnare others in such a
way that there might be the indulging of the appetites of the body for position, place,
power. The entity gained when there was the understanding that it was not for self
but for those who would come after, - or that each soul shall take into consideration
that others with whom the soul has come in contact are better for that soul having
been there.
Would that each soul would make that as a rule, a determining factor, - "In
each contact, each conversation with another, I will leave a thought, an idea, that will
better that individual."
Then these are necessarily of the spiritual nature. For, only the spiritual are
eternal. For all things material pass away. And these experiences, too, pass; but that
which is good or holy lives on. For He has not promised or reckoned in vain when
He has given, "My word and the seed of the spirit sown shall NOT return empty
handed."…
For, know that the answer to every problem, to every question, is within self.
For there, as given, He has promised to meet with thee.
5162-1, Male 45 (Business Administrator), 5/27/44
[Background: “In connection with the Physical Reading, please answer as many of
the following questions as you can... (1) Can I reasonably expect to regain my health
sufficiently to justify planning toward 10 or 15 years of vigorous and active work,
requiring much better physical condition than my past 10 years? (2) Is my use of
alcohol and tobacco a critical factor in my present condition? (3) Are yoga exercises
I attempt, spasmodically, dangerous or beneficial, or neither (to my health), or would
they be, if practiced more faithfully? (4) Is marked abeyance of sexual vigor a cause
or an effect of physical ailment, or largely due to mental attitude?...]
As we find, there is rather the complication of disturbances. These have been

gradually built by the body in response, as it were, to some dissipations through
other experiences in the earth; and these have responded to weaknesses of the
inner man, though they are manifested in the physical activities of the central
nervous system and the organs of same…. (continued on the next page)
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These, as we find, are the sources; and the administrations which have been
made we would keep, especially the hydrotherapy. We would not make or take the
exercises as to raise the kundaline forces in the body without leaving that kind of an
experience that is of a nature to coordinate the activities of such exercises through
the organs and centers of the body. Not that these are not good, but it is not very
good to give a child a razor, not very good to use a razor to sharpen pencils and try
to shave with same. So it is in the activities of those who disregard the means to an
end of bringing coordination to organs of the body.
The abstinence of or from relationships with the opposite sex is well when the
creative force is put to creative activity in the mental, but when these are at variance
with other conditions these may become just as harmful to the imaginative system or
to the central nervous system, from breaking of activities with the sympathetic and
the cerebrospinal, and thus become harmful.
There is an activity in the body that we know as coordination. When the mind
and the body and various functionings of organs in the body are kept in better
relationships one to another, we will find there will be bettered conditions in the
body.
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INDEX OF READING 275-45 F 25

Appliances: Wet Cell: Nerves: Rebuilding Par. 7-A
Attitudes & Emotions: Constructiveness Par. 6-A, 18-A
: Spirituality Par. 10-A, 18-A
Dentistry Par. 5-A
Diet: Beverages: Coffee: Cream & Sugar Par. 13-A, 14-A
: Spiritual: Menu Par. 10-A, 11-A, 13-A
Electrotherapy: Nerves: Rebuilding Par. 6-A
Eliminations Par. 12-A, 15-A, 16-A
Exercise: Breathing Par. 6-A
: Chinese Par. 6-A
: Egyptian Par. 6-A
: Japanese Par. 6-A
: Yoga Par. 6-A
Glands: Mammary: Obesity: Bust Par. 8-A

Hair: Dry: Shampoo: Crude Oil Par. 17-A, 18-A
: Drene Par. 17-A, 18-A
Healing: Spiritual: Nerves Par. 6-A, 7-A
Meditation: Chants Par. 6-A
Nerves: Quieting Par. 6-A
: Rebuilding Par. 6-A, 7-A
Obesity: Bust Par. 8-A
OSTEOCHONDRITIS: PERTHES' DISEASE: CURED
Peace Par. 6-A
Physiotherapy: Massage: Cocoa Butter and Alum:
Obesity: Bust Par. 8-A
Prescriptions: Ash: Carbon: Osteochondritis Par. 12-A
: Inner Clean: Laxatives Par. 15-A
: Rhubarb: Par. 15-A
: Senna: Par. 15-A
: Swiss Kriss: Par. 16-A
Religion: Christian Science: Nerves: Rebuilding Par. 7-A, 18-A
Skin: Blackheads Par. 9-A, 12-A
Soul Development: General Par. 18-A
Spiritual Advice Par. 18-A
Suggestive Therapeutics Par. 6-A
Vibrations: Healing Par. 6-A, 12-A, 18-A
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BACKGROUND OF READING 275-45 F 25

B1. 12/5/37 She obtained Ck. Physical Rdg. 275-44, giving further advice for
correcting erosion of head of femur, which condition has become apparent in Feb.
1925.
B2. 1/3/38 Mother [255] wrote: "[275] needs another Physical Rdg. We forgot to ask
about her front tooth. The dentist says it is dead and wants to take out nerve."
TEXT OF READING 275-45 F 25

This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia
Beach, Va., this 10th day of February, 1938, in accordance with request made by
the self - Miss [275], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mae Gimbert
Verhoeven, Evelyn and Dixie Gimbert.
READING
Time of Reading 11: 05 to 11: 30 A. M. Eastern Standard Time. ..., New York.
(Physical Suggestion)
1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [275]; this we have had before.
2. In SO MANY conditions and so many ways the body is very, very good. There are
those disturbing conditions, that are indicated in some SPECIFIC conditions, that
make reactions that disturb the body.
3. But these with either the specific or local applications, WITHOUT producing a
GENERAL disturbance through the system, should be brought to that desired.
4. Ready for questions.
5. (Q) What is the condition of the right front tooth?
(A) As we find, there has been a leakage in same; and local attention should be
given. Or as we find, preferable would be the REMOVAL of the nerve forces or ends
that are disturbed - and this then filled - and with the new character of filling that
does not discolor same. This is the preferable manner, as we find.
6. (Q) Should the body carry through the nerve treatments suggested by Dr. Conrad
Meibauer, Woolworth Bldg., 233 B'way, N.Y.C.?
(A) These are very well, though there are within the body-forces of the body itself
as we find, the mental attitudes and the quieting that can be brought about within,
that is much more EFFECTIVE.
But if there is the desire of the entity to have mechanical assistance to the
quieting of the nerve forces, very well.
But as we find it can be accomplished much more satisfactorily within self by the
right character of meditation and breathing exercise - which would be those with the
body seated IN what is ordinarily termed as Chinese or Japanese fashion, and with
the chant that has been a portion of the body - of the Ar-ar-r-r---e-e-e---o-o-o--m-m-
m [See 275-45, Par. R1], in the deep breathing and the circular motions of the body,
and the carrying of the directing of the spiritual influences and the mental activity to
the glandular forces of the body; raising these WITHIN self, and directing them to
that to be accomplished would be the manner.
Not that this becomes as an Egyptian or an East Indian chant, but keeping the
mental attitude of the Christ-Consciousness within that is purifying, is magnifying the
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abilities for peace, quiet, yet ATTUNING self to the aliveness of not only the
emotions but to the mental application for CONSTRUCTIVE experiences in the body
and mind.
These are much better than depending upon either suggestion from without or the
application of any form of electrical or mechanical appliance for the raising of the
vibrations for THIS body, [275].
This would not do for ALL, but can be accomplished within self.
7. (Q) Can a new nerve be recreated by spiritual healing if nerve is removed?
(A) If nerve is removed, it is removed. By mechanical appliance, IF there are the
natures carried within the system, there may be brought about an active force - but
not rebuilded. Others, or the extenuation of others to take their places may be
wrought.
8. (Q) What can body do to normalize bust?
(A) Use a solution of Cocoa Butter with a little Alum in same; which would be a
pinch of Alum THOROUGHLY - THOROUGHLY mixed, of course - this with a
mortise and pestle would be the better - to an ounce of the Cocoa Butter; or what
would be on the point of a penknife to an ounce of the Cocoa Butter. Massage this
solution over the bust itself, you see; not close to the tip of the breasts, of course,
but more to the GLANDS and the BASE of the bust; very gently but sufficiently that it
may be absorbed so that there is the natural contraction from these combinations
upon same.
This will not only give form but the proper normalcy for the bust, and proper
position.
9. (Q) How can body refine pores around nose and chin to invisibility?
(A) A gentle massage with the Black and White creams is preferable, as we find.
The real Genuine Black and White, see?
10. (Q) Outline diet for three meals a day that would be best for body.
(A) Mornings - citrus fruit juices OR cereals, but not both at the same meal. At
other meals there may be taken, or included with the others at times, dried fruits or
figs, combined with dates and raisins - these chopped very well together. And for
this especial body, dates, figs (that are dried) cooked with a little corn meal (a very
little sprinkled in), then this taken with milk, should be almost a spiritual food for the
body; whether it's taken one, two, three or four meals a day. [See continued recipe
below.] But this is to be left to the body itself. [See mummy food in EC's dream
12/2/37, in 294-189, Par. R2.]
Noons - such as vegetable juices, or combined with a little meat juices and a
combination of raw vegetables; but not EVER any acetic acid or vinegar or the like
with same - but oils, if olive oil or vegetable oils, may be used with same.
Evenings - vegetables that are of the leafy nature; fish, fowl or lamb preferably as
the meats or their combinations. These of course are not to be all, but this is the
GENERAL outline for the three meals for the body.
But for this particular body, equal portions of black figs or Assyrian figs and
Assyrian dates - these ground together or cut very fine, and to a pint of such a
combination put half a handful of corn meal, or crushed wheat. These cooked
together - well, it's food for such a spiritually developed body as this! [See EC's
dream of mummy food 12/2/37 in 294-189, Par R1, R3.]
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11. (Q) What kind of fruit juice is best upon rising?

(A) When orange juice is taken, always take a little lemon juice with same.
Change these, but not too many combinations. Lime may be used with a little of the
grapefruit, or the pineapple. Any of these are well, and the changing occasionally is
preferable.
12. (Q) Give cause and what body should do about occasional impure complexion.
(A) For this there is needed better eliminations through the intestinal tract. Now:
The raising of the vibratory forces within the body, in the manner indicated, and the
use of the figs with the dates, in the combination as indicated, would aid in
eliminating these causes.
For it would become more regular with the eliminations, and throw off the greater
toxic forces from the natural great QUANTITY of activity as is this body's needs, as
well as the production of refuse or ash force or such in the system, see?
There's more energy expended by this body, owing to the general physical
conditions, than a normal or an ordinary body.
Hence all of these should be taken into consideration.
The occasional use again, the body will find, of the Animated Ash will be well -
even WITHOUT the violet ray or the use of the violet ray across the lower portion of
lung and upper portion of stomach, not over the abdomen or bowels.
The quantity would not be more than one eighth grain of the Animated Ash.
13. (Q) Is the chemical reaction of raw milk in coffee the same as cream in coffee in
relation to the digestion in the stomach?
(A) Well, this depends - to be sure - upon the activity of the system at the time.
Cream, to be sure, is less hard, or more easily digested and produces LESS of that
hard to be assimilated by portions of the system. But in coffee it is PREFERABLE for
the body to use neither cream nor milk. Of course, cream is less harmful - and of
course carries more food value, of a different nature. But there is a portion in same
that becomes gradually hard upon the activity of the juices from the pancreas and
spleen to the activities upon the system through the lacteals in their absorbing from
digestion.
14. (Q) What about sugar in coffee?
(A) Brown sugar, of course, is preferable. Sugar is NOT as harmful, provided
there is of course not too much sugar taken in other sweets.
15. (Q) What laxative is best for the body?
(A) The BEST laxative, of course, is the exercise and the breathing as indicated.
Of course, this and the direction of the raised energies by the breathing exercise. So
when laxatives are NECESSARY, for this body, use rather vegetables than minerals
- and NEVER the combination.
Of course, Inner Clean or the like is very well, but this becomes gradually hard
upon the colon itself. Senna or the Rhubarb derivative is the better.
16. (Q) Is "Swiss Kriss" equally as good as Inner Clean?
(A) BETTER, as far as the colon is concerned.
17. (Q) Should body continue to use Crude Oil before shampooing hair?
(A) This as we find is very well. As we find, we would use this combination of the
Drene, or the new character for the shampoo in the present.
18. (Q) Does that take the place of the shampoo?
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(A) It's preferable for the body.

Much has been given the body as to its mental and spiritual development.
Intimations have been given as to how certain exercises and foods may aid in
material directions in the present.
These changes are wrought, to be sure, and not given heretofore owing to
specific directions asked in relation to mechanical applications in this present
condition.
As we find, seek within - use the energies that are known; for thy body is indeed
the temple of the living God thy portion, thyself is BEAUTIFUL before Him. Keep that
attitude of CONSTRUCTIVENESS, ever! For many, MANY will indeed call thee
blessed if ye keep in the way ye have set before thee.
Attune thyself to the spheres IN thine own vibrations and ways.
Let the Lord keep thee - He desires much of thee!
19. We are through for the present.
REPORTS OF READING 275-45 F 25

R1. GD's note: In regards the chant, [See Text of Reading 275-45 Par. 6-A]: 9/5/69 I
repeated the chant as it sounded in the reading, to musician Kenneth Newbern
visiting A.R.E. headquarters, and he asked me to add this explanatory note:
1. Spelling "ar" represents the sound ah as in father (1st syllable).
2. Repeated "r's" mean only continued sound, not new glottal beginnings.
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CYSTS: OVARIES
Dentistry: Surgery Par. 21-A
Digestion: Indigestion: Tumors Par. 8
Electrotherapy: Violet Ray: Cysts Par. 15
Exercise: Breathing: Yoga Par. 23-A

: Walking: Tumors Par. 14
Eyes: Glasses: Unnecessary Par. 22-A
Muscles: Tight: Tumors Par. 11, 17
Neuralgia: Tumors: Abdomen Par. 9
PELVIC DISORDERS: TUMORS
Physiotherapy: Douches: Glyco-Thymoline: Cysts Par. 15

: Massage: Myrrh: Tumors Par. 12, 14, 19-A
: Oils, Olive: Par. 12, 14, 19-A
: Salt & Vinegar, Apple: Muscles Par. 17
: Packs: Castor Oil: Tumors Par. 13, 14, 19-A
: Lard, Hog: Par. 13, 19-A
: Turpentine: Par. 13, 19-A
Prophecy: Prognosis: Tumors Par. 19-A
Surgery: Preventive: Tumors Par. 9, 10
Teeth: Tonsils Par. 20-A, 21-A
Tonsils: Teeth Par. 20-A
TUMORS: ABDOMEN
Vibrations: Body Par. 23-A
Womb: Fallopian Tube: Tumors Par. 9
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B1. 5/23/27 Letter from Miss [283] to EC: "...The wonderful healings that you have
accomplished have interested me very much and inspire me with confidence to tell
you of my troubles, as I am quite convinced that you can help me, and suggest a
means of curing me, other than by a surgical operation which I have been assured is
my only means of recovery..."
B2. 7/4/27 Letter from [283] to EC: "...I am sending you the report I received from my
doctors' examination, and some of the questions I wish to ask in regard to my health,
to be taken up in your reading...
"Doctors' report: 'Heart and lungs normal, blood pressure 128/86. Diseased tonsils
which should be removed if you suffer from sore throat. (I do not so suffer) Eye test
showed defective vision which should be corrected by proper glasses. Urine showed
no abnormalities. Blood reports were negative. Dental test reports several pyorrhetic
teeth and should have complete X-rays. Large tumor felt in abdomen, we believe
this is an ovarian cyst and urge removal.'
"Questions: What state of mind brought about this obstruction in the ovaries? Can
this growth termed an ovarian cyst be dissolved by means other than a surgical
operation? How can my tonsils be cured of their diseased condition? Is the state of
my teeth in any way responsible for the condition of my tonsils or the converse?
What is the best way of treatment of my teeth? Do I need glasses, what kind, and
must they be worn continuously or only for reading? Would the Yogi breathing
exercises improve my health?..."
B3. 7/14/27 Letter from [283] to EC: "...I cut my thumb, had it operated on to sew up
the ligament, but find it impossible to move the upper joint. Can anything be done to
give me full use of it again?..."

This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 115 West 35th Street,
Virginia Beach, Va., this 22nd day of July, 1927, in accordance with request made
by self - Miss [283]. PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Mrs. Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mr. L. B. Cayce, and
Thomas B. House, Jr. READING
Time of Reading ... Street, 11: 40 A. M. Eastern Standard Time.
..., Massachusetts.
1. GC: You will go over this body carefully, examine it thoroughly, and tell me the
conditions you find at the present time, giving the cause of the existing conditions;
also the treatment for the cure and relief of this body. You will answer the questions
which I will ask you regarding same.
2. EC: We have the body here.
3. Now, as we find, there are those specific conditions with the physical forces of the
body that cause distress, and these may be corrected. They have to do with specific
physical conditions, yet the reactions from same are not always identical with the
conditions.
4. These, then, are the conditions, as we find them as respecting this body, [283] we
are speaking of:
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5. IN THE BLOOD SUPPLY, this we find near normal, though there are times when
there is seen that there is carried in the blood stream the effects of those conditions
as exist in and through the lower portion of the mesenteric system, or in the false
pelvis proper.
6. IN THE NERVE SYSTEM, this we find shows the effect of those conditions as are
existent in the body, and the pressure as is produced on those nerve centers and
the reflexes throughout the whole sympathetic and cerebrospinal system - the effect
being direct, of course, to the sympathetic and to the vibratory forces of the creative
forces in the mesenteric system.
7. IN THE PHYSICAL FUNCTIONINGS OF THE BODY, eyes, ears, nose, throat,
bronchials, lungs, heart, all are very good in their respective functionings; yet we find
there are times when all of these respond to the over nerve strain as is seen in the
system.
8. In the digestive system, this is more sensitive to the action of the sympathetic
system and the pressure as is produced in the nerve system.
9. In the false pelvis, as is given, we find the seat of the trouble. In times back we
find there was congestion caused in and about the body, when the menses showed
there was a congestion in same. Neuralgia, as is termed, resulted from same. Hence
there became involved in the ovarian or in the Fallopian Tube, that of a congested
condition which has continued to enlarge. Hence we have rather that of enlarged
ovarian and of the Fallopian Tube than of a condition wherein there is seen the
necessity of removal. This may become so, yet - were those conditions as applied to
the body overcome by the application of that that would reduce these conditions and
eliminate same from the system - this would not be necessary, and would bring
better conditions for the body.
10. These we would apply then to the system for the removal of these conditions.
11. As to those conditions as are seen in hand, or those in any portions of the body
where there is tautness caused in the muscular forces, those things may be applied
there also that would remove these conditions.
12. In that as is seen in the pelvic regions, we would apply that as found in heated
olive oil and myrrh, massaged in the cerebrospinal region, or the lumbar and sacral,
until these portions show EASINESS from pressure as is caused.
13. Then we would alternate hot packs - when there is pain - across the lower
portion of the abdomen and across those portions where there is seen indications of
the trouble as resultant from that condition or congestion in the Fallopian Tube - hot
packs of Castor Oil, alternated with hot packs of turpentine and LARD. Use hog lard!
Not with the other OILS - but hog lard, see? fat of hogs. This would only be at
periods, when there is seen that the body suffers from standing on feet, or from
moving about, see?
14. Naturally, exercise must be taken to reduce the conditions, or produce in the
body eliminations. Hence those physical exercises as of the setting-up. Not severe.
Walking - when it does not overtax the body, see? Those massages then would
follow. Oil packs would follow after the massage has relieved the condition.
15. ONLY when there is pressure or inflammation seen, see, use as douches - in
and through the vagina - those of properties as act as an eradicator, or use these:
To the gallon of warm water add two (2) teaspoonfuls Glyco-Thymoline in douche.
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Also use the electrode on the applicator from the Violet Ray. These will assist in
reducing. After using the applicator, use the douche, see, to remove any
inflammation.
16. Do this, and we will bring the better conditions for the body.
17. Massage the thumb, or the hand, or those extremities of the body that show
there has been tautness in the muscular forces from the attempt to eradicate
conditions, with equal parts, or a saturated solution, of salt and vinegar. This may be
massaged into the hand once each day, or every other day - just so we overcome
these conditions. Pure apple vinegar and saturated solution with salt - table salt,
see?
18. Do that. Ready for questions.
19. (Q) How often should the olive oil and myrrh be massaged?
(A) This should be done first, as given, see? until the body is relieved, before we
begin with packs that would be alternated between the Castor Oil and Turpentine
and lard, see? This will be used until the body is eased from pain in the pelvic and
in the lumbar regions, when walking on feet, see? Now, as is seen, when the body
walks on feet there is tendency for the feet or ankles to swell, see? or tiredness and
heaviness across the abdomen, see? When this is relieved - which should be in five
to six days - then we begin with the packs - ONLY when there is hurting or
inflammation, see? This should overcome these conditions. In thirty to sixty days we
would give further information as to how these have been applied, and that
necessary then to bring about the normal conditions for the body, [283].
20. (Q) How can my tonsils be cured of their diseased condition?
(A) Correct the teeth and we will find that all the inflammation as collects there
will be removed. These need local applications, see?
21. (Q) What is the best way of treatment of my teeth?
(A) Have the corrections made by one that attends to the teeth - dental surgeon.
22. (Q) Do I need glasses, what kind, and must they be worn continuously or only for
reading?
(A) Not necessary for glasses if these corrections and massages are given, so
that there is full activity to these portions of the body.
23. (Q) Would the Yogi breathing exercises improve my health?
(A) Improve the health - very good, see, AFTER the body is in that condition to
apply that as is given TO body through the application of such exercise. Give the
body that position wherein that each functioning organ gives off its correct incentives
and vibrations. Then exercises of the general nature are good. Exercises of the
specific nature, as is seen, for the correction of conditions, see? Common or ordinary
understanding should give one the correct idea as to how the application of exercises
deals with the body, if a little thought is given to this: That the body is built up by the
radiation of vibratory forces from each and every unit of the body functioning in its
proper manner. Then, to over-exercise any portion not in direct need of same, to the
detriment of another, is to hinder rather than to assist through exercise. Exercise is
wonderful, and necessary - and little or few take as much as is needed, in a
systematic manner. Use common sense. Use discretion.
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EXERCISE: BREATHING: YOGA: AFTER EFFECTS

: Circulation: Poor Par. 3, 5-A
Liver: Sluggish Par. 1
Names: People Mentioned: Thind, Bhagat Singh Par. B2
Osteopathy: Spine: Subluxations Par. 5-A
Physiology & Anatomy: Exercise: Breathing Par. 3
SPINE: SUBLUXATIONS
Tonsillitis Par. 2, 3

B1. 2/28/35 She obtained 288-39 for severe lumbago or neuralgia of lower spine,
caused from settling of tonsil poisons, etc.
B2. 4/5/35 She requested relief from tonsillitis and especially for inability to breathe
properly; nostrils stuffy and not coordinating properly. "I wonder if a Yoga breathing
exercise to clear the head, given to Mrs. [903] in meditation class by Dr. Bhagat
Singh Thind, had anything to do with this? I tried this exercise only twice, at one
sitting, at Mrs. [903]'s insistence, on the morning of 3/31/35. My breathing has not
been proper since. It is as if my two nostrils do not coordinate in their breathing."

This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at the David E. Kahn residence, 44 West
77th St., Apt. 14-W, New York City, this 5th day of April, 1935, in accordance with
request made by the self - Miss [288], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research &
Enlightenment, Inc.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Hugh Lynn Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.
READING
Time of Reading 12: 00 to 12: 05 Noon - Eastern Standard Time. ..., Va.
1. EC: We have the body here; this we have had before. The body is very good, as
we find, in the general. There are still those conditions that affect from the activities
of the liver and from those conditions in the upper cervical area and those in the
lower lumbar area, as has been indicated, that - through the position and activities of
the body - at times cause those reactions.
2. More recently it has been from those congestions and from the breathing
exercises with the poisons in the system. These tend to make for accumulations
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about the throat and tonsil area again. The breathing exercises are proper for these,
but not just these characters as taken - for this condition.
3. The breathing exercises for this should be STOOPING, taking IN the breath as
the body goes down, see? exhaling - raising the arms, of course, as if flying -
exhaling as the body rises again, see? This changes the circulation entirely. There
may be set a mode of circulation through the breathing exercises for almost any type
of condition, see; but for throat, don't rush the blood to it when it's already poisoned
and poisoning the rest of the system! Take it away from it!
5. (Q) Should I continue the pedaling exercise?
(A) Continue the pedaling exercise. And some of those changes also by the
treatments, you see, in the lumbar and in the cervical and upper dorsal areas. Three
or four of these will be helpful. [Osteopathic treatments]
6. We are through with this reading.

R1. 5/16/36 She obtained 288-41 for liver upset, reporting: "Not until recently did the
nose condition clear up so that I could breathe properly - just from taking those Yoga
exercises; felt always as if two nostrils did not coordinate in their breathing. It is
wonderful to be able to breathe properly again!"
R2. 5/26/38 She reported: "The nose condition returned off and on, whenever I'd get
a cold or get upset in any way. Being consistent with my diet, exercise, etc., as given
in my readings, is the only way to keep it from coming back. I think it has cleared
entirely now, for my nose feels perfectly normal for the first time in three years."
R3. 2/6/39 She obtained Ck. Physical 288-44 for terribly stopped up nose, not being
able to lie down all night; had to stay propped up on a pillow in order to breathe. The
reading indicated the condition was caused by her mental attitude, at that particular
time.
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Appliances: Radio-Active: Neurosis Par. 17, 18, 21, 28-A
Diet: Obesity Par. 19

Digestion: Indigestion: Spine: Subluxations Par. 24-A
Exercise: Breathing: Yoga: Not Recommended Par. 32-A
Eyes: Spine: Subluxations Par. 24-A

Glands: Thyroid: Obesity Par. 25-A
Headache: Pelvic Disorders Par. 27-A
INJURIES: SPINE: NEUROSIS
Intestines: Enemas: Eliminations Par. 20

Meditation: Affirmations Par. 21
: Appliances Par. 18, 21, 28-A
Names: People Mentioned: Thind, Bhagat Singh Par. 32-A
NERVOUS SYSTEMS: INCOORDINATION: NEUROSIS

NEUROSIS: TRAUMATIC
Obesity: Glands Par. 19, 25-A, 30-A

Osteopathy: Neurosis: Traumatic Par. 15--17
Pelvic Disorders: Spine: Subluxations Par. 27-A

Prescriptions: Eno Salts: Eliminations Par. 20
: Inner Clean: Par. 20
: Simmons' Liver Regulator: Par. 20
Prophecy: Prognosis: Neurosis: Traumatic Par. 33-A
Skin: Eruptions: Spine: Subluxations Par. 31-A

Spine: Subluxations: Neurosis Par. 12, 23-A, 24-A
Umbilicus: Discharge: Spine: Subluxations Par. 28-A

B1. 5/11/37 Report by A.R.E. Prayer Group leader, Florence Edmonds: "About a
month ago began having spells of being apparently possessed with idea she was to
dictate to groups; saying Edgar Cayce was speaking through her, ordering people
about. Glad Helpers worked with her, meditated over her - sent her to Dr.
Richardson, osteopath, for treatments - better now. Dr. Redfern wanted to send her
to State Institution."
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This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia
Beach, Va., this 11th day of May, 1937, in accordance with request made by the self
- Mrs. [603], new Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.,
recommended by her husband and by the Glad Helpers of the Association.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. [603] and Abbie
Kemp.
READING
Time of Reading ... Avenue, 3: 25 to 4: 00 P. M. Eastern
Standard Time. ..., Virginia.
1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [603].
2. Now, as we find, while conditions are very good physically in many respects, there
are disturbances the correction of which would make for a much better normal
condition and relieve those disturbances that arise in the poor assimilation and the
activities through the pelvic and the abdominal organs.
3. These then are the conditions as we find them in the present with this body, [603]
we are speaking of, present in this room: First,
4. IN THE BLOOD SUPPLY, this we find is very good in the present, though there
are times when there are disturbances in the circulatory system, from the lack of the
proper eliminations, owing to the character of digestion and assimilations.
5. Also through the pressures that are produced at such times there tends to be a
heart disturbance that needs corrections, as will be seen. However, this is not an
organic condition but of a sympathetic nature. For the associated connections
between the overflow from the arteries to the heart and the liver and the return flow
from same become full.
6. Hence that heaviness which arises at periods when indigestion has been or is the
cause of same, as well as the poor eliminations through the emptying of the stomach
itself.
7. These then lack coordination, owing to pressures that exist in the cerebrospinal
system, in the nervous forces of the body just below the 9th dorsal center.
8. IN THE NERVE FORCES OF THE BODY, here we find rather a complex
condition. You see, there has been in times back an injury here; slight at first, the
second made for periods when the kidney activities were disturbed at the time. This
just below the 9th dorsal, or between the 9th and 10th, making for a pressure upon
the solar plexus center.
9. Thus that reflex activity that is felt at times through those areas about the gall duct
area, and the attempt of the system to adjust itself aids in bringing about periods
when these disturbances arise.
10. This then partially, as has been indicated, from the circulatory forces as well as
the causes in the cerebrospinal system, produces a sympathetic condition which
makes for a complex condition at the cerebrospinal center between the
cerebrospinal and the sympathetic systems.
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11. The organs of the pelvis, the abdominal organs - that is, through the colon,
through the lower portion of the spleen's activity - all of these have a part in the
condition, from the pressures indicated just in the lower portion of the 9th dorsal
area.
12. IN THE FUNCTIONING OF THE ORGANS THEMSELVES, these as indicated
are functional, owing to conditions as produced by a subluxation, and a tendency for
a jamming of the plexus in the area as indicated.
13. Hence with the removal of the pressure and the proper stimulation to the
circulatory forces as related to the activity there should be brought near normal
forces for the body.
14. This will also remove the tendencies for those lower portions, or the lower
extremities, to become cold, clammy at times, and as deadened or leadened, owing
to the disturbances that arise.
15. THEN, AS WE FIND, IN MAKING THE CORRECTIONS: First we would have at
least ten to fifteen manipulations osteopathically given, not only to make correction
in the 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th dorsal, but to coordinate the upper portions of the
cerebrospinal system and also the lower axis or the pelvic axis at the 4th lumbar
center.
16. These treatments as we find should not be given right straight along, but two to
three weeks have them two to three times a week; rest a week, then have another
period.
17. During these whole periods - the treatment periods and the rest periods - we
would have those activities from the Radio-Active Appliance.
18. And in the use of the Appliance, as it aids in making for an equalization in the
sympathetic or vegetative nerve system, use that as a period of meditation. For as
there is created a balance in the flows through the circulatory system and the
coordination is being created, we may make for greater constructive experiences as
well as the manifestations of same in the emotional as well as the physical forces of
the body.
19. In the matter of the diet, keep to those foods that tend to make for a reducing of
the body as to avoirdupois. Let most of the bread ever consist only of Ry-Krisp or
Rye Bread, but principally the Ry-Krisp. Let grape juice be a part of the diet. Refrain
from any drinks that carry carbonated water. These not only make for an irritation to
the distressed areas but tend to produce that slowing of the emptying of the stomach
and disturb the proper eliminations.
20. Use rather enemas than cathartics, but when cathartics are necessary use a
combination. One period use a vegetable compound, as may be had from Inner
Clean or from the ragweed found in the combination known as Simmons Liver
Regulator, and at other periods use only the fruit salt - or Eno Salt. In either of these
periods take same for a period of two to three days in small doses, then rest periods
between that allow the body to adjust itself - these are much more effective.
21. Use the Radio-Active Appliance about one hour each day. Let the meditation
period, of course, be expressed in self's own way and manner, but follow close in
these words or thoughts; realizing, seeing, experiencing that given in expression in
these words - or like same:
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"FATHER-MOTHER GOD, IN THY CARE, THY KEEPING, I COMMIT MY

BODY, MY MIND, MY SOUL! LET THE THOUGHTS, THE ACTS, THE
UNDERSTANDING, BE IN KEEPING WITH THE PURPOSES FOR WHICH THOU
HAST BROUGHT ME INTO PHYSICAL EXPERIENCE.
"LET MY BODY BE SO USED IN EVERY MANNER THAT IT MAY BE A LIVING
EXAMPLE OF THY LOVE, FOR THY SERVICE, THY CHILDREN, IN THE EARTH!
"LET THE WORKS OF MY HAND, OF MY MIND, OF MY BODY, BE WHOLLY
ACCEPTABLE UNTO THEE, IN EVERY WAY, IN EVERY MANNER."
23. (Q) Please diagnose the cause and remedy for the nerves and muscles along
my spinal column, back of the neck and head, and extending over the top of my
head to the forehead, which makes the top of my head feel dead, also the nerves
and muscles in my neck and throat tightening and causing a choking sensation.
(A) These effects arise from the deeper subluxation in the 9th dorsal, and - as
has been indicated - with the correction of this, and the coordinating of the cervical
area, with the removal of the pressures in the dorsal area indicated, we will find
these areas will become more and more relaxed.
24. (Q) What is cause and remedy for the pupils of my eyes becoming dilated to the
extent that I cannot see and the rapid blinking of my eyelids, and dizziness at the top
of the head?
(A) This is the same reflex action from the pressure. You see, the solar plexus
center - 9th dorsal, 9th and 10th - or 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th - 9th dorsal is where the
jam or the closeness is. See, there is a pulling upon the activity to the brachial
center, to the vagus center. From the vagus center and the brachial center we have
the coordinating, as has been given, as a reflex between the sympathetic and
cerebrospinal, which makes a complex condition in the nervous system. These are
the areas from which the sensory forces - that is, to the eyes, to the throat, to the
ears, to the auditory forces, to the sense of feeling - receive their impressions, you
see; or the flow of blood to the basic condition must be relieved first, then the
coordinating of these will bring about the normalcy in the upper portion. It will be
found also that it will relieve the stomach disturbance that arises by the indigestion,
that is a pulling of the condition to the sensory forces as indicated.
25. (Q) Please diagnose my thyroid condition and inform me whether or not I should
continue to take the thyroid and pituitary tablets which I have?
(A) This is the same diagnosis as indicated. As we find, the thyroid and the
activity of same is NOW near to normal, if there is the correction in the areas
indicated; and we find that those vibrations from the Radio-Active Appliance will
make for a better coordination throughout the glandular system, which act naturally
from the solar plexus center as coordinated with the deeper circulation to the heart
and the liver.
The tablets would not be necessary to continue, but rather these are the
tendencies for producing too much weight for the body.
26. (Q) While brushing my teeth in the mornings, quite often I have a discharge of
blood from the throat. Kindly give me the cause and remedy for this.
(A) Again we would refer to that as has been given, as to the necessity for the
coordination of the nervous systems to make for an activity where, rather than being
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a complex we have a sympathetic and a coordinant reaction between the

cerebrospinal and the sympathetic system.
27. (Q) What is the cause and remedy for the severe headaches that I have during
or just after menstruation, which is very scanty and discolored?
(A) Again those periods of reaction from the pressures that have been indicated;
these making for the natural reflex action to the sympathetic conditions to the head
and neck and the distresses to the whole of the circulation, through acting upon the
organs of the pelvis.
28. (Q) What is the cause and remedy for the objectionable secretion from the
navel?
(A) This is again the 9th dorsal, which has just been indicated as being the solar
plexus center, which includes the whole of the umbilicus reaction. Use the vibratory
forces and the corrections as indicated, and we will find the vibrations from the
Radio-Active and the negative forces that are set up in self by the meditative forces
will become positive in their activity upon the whole of the body.
Do that.
29. (Q) Have I any malignant ovarian or womb trouble?
(A) Only a sympathetic condition from an improper pressure produced by the
lumbar and the lower portion of the solar plexus activity.
30. (Q) Are my lungs in a sound condition?
(A) These are very good. The fullness that has been indicated is that the
circulation between the heart and the liver, and the return circulation, produces at
times a smothering or a heaviness through that portion of the body. If these
pressures are removed as indicated, we will find - with the reduction as should come
in the weight - conditions changing.
31. (Q) What is the cause of the skin eruptions that I have so frequently, and kindly
give me a cure for same?
(A) It has been given. These are a part of the circulatory disturbance, and as the
eliminations are set up and as there are the coordinations between the forces in the
body itself that make for a coordinant reaction in all portions of the eliminations, we
will find these disturbances being eliminated.
32. (Q) Would Dr. Thind's [Bhagat Singh Thind] [breathing] exercises help?
(A) Not until there have been the proper corrections made. These would tend to
make for too much pressure, without the physical body being in perfect accord. The
corrections made, then these gradually taken are very good; but these taken with the
abnormalities in the cerebrospinal system and the pressures in the cerebrospinal
nerve system and the sympathetic system are harmful.
33. (Q) How long after beginning treatment will improvement be noticeable?
(A) By the third or fourth treatment there will be a feeling of difference. By the
end of the fifteenth to sixteenth treatment we should be near to normal.
34. (Q) Is my liver functioning properly?
(A) No, as has been indicated - and how the trouble is to be removed, and what
is causing it. When these pressures are changed and when the activities are
changed, in the way as indicated, we will find better eliminations and better activities
there.
35. (Q) Any further advice?
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(A) Much ADVICE, but then this may be summed as has been indicated for the
physical conditions, for the mental, material and spiritual forces, and will bring the
help needed.

R1. 4/38 Report by M. L. Richardson, D.O: "The reading did describe the condition
of the patient. My technical diagnosis would be traumatic neurosis. In my opinion the
suggestions for treatment were proper. She followed directions given in the reading
under my care up to time of my last observation, 8/30/37. She gained nicely under
treatment until 7/16/37 when she was in an elevator drop and suffered a setback.
She gradually recovered again under additional treatment. I have not treated her
since 8/30/37 but her husband says she is quite well."
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Chiropractic: Not Recommended Par. 19

Diet: Goitre Par. 26-A
: Minerals: Iodine Par. 26-A
: Iron Par. 26-A
: Silicon Par. 26-A
Electrotherapy: Violet Ray: Goitre Par. 18, 19, 24, 27-A
Exercise: Breathing: Yoga: Goitre Par. 27-A
GOITRE
Metabolism: Incoordination Par. 4, 5
NERVOUS SYSTEMS: INCOORDINATION

Osteopathy: Goitre Par. 19--22, 24
Prescriptions: Atomidine: Goitre Par. 16--19, 24
Prophecy: Prognosis: Goitre Par. 23
Surgery: Preventive: Goitre Par. 13, 14

B2. 9/23/35 [813]'s letter: "I have a thyroid goitre that may be growing inwardly. It
is not noticeable to the casual observer, but I have had this growth for at least
twenty-five years. Then the gland on the right side of my neck gives indication of
something seriously wrong there...
"My physical difficulty at present is that the least effort exhausts me and I can only
do the most necessary things. I want to rest all the time. Even the thought of effort
tires me! I can't study either and concentration quickly exhausts me. It seems to be
a nervous exhaustion and it is quite terrible.
[Questions submitted]: "1. What is causing this physical and mental exhaustion,
the lack of energy? 2. If the thyroid condition is responsible, is there any alternative
from an operation? 3. Exactly what foods should I eat? (Or in other words, what
foods does my particular system require?) 4. If the yoga practice of Kriya
(pronounced creeya) causing any ill effects? May I continue the exercise or should I
stop it for awhile?
"This yoga exercise has been called 'the most wonderful thing in the world' as it
increases evolution. It is given by a Master to a student only from 'mouth to ear' as
the Hindus say, when the student is ready for it. I want to continue the practice twice
each day if I can without injury to my health as it is so important. A current of energy
is drawn through the chakras or centers of the spine, from the base of the spine to
the medulla.
"Thank you very much for anything you may do in my behalf. I shall await your
diagnosis with much interest as this disability completely baffles me. I have been ill
nearly all summer. Of course, the heat of Washington had something to do with it..."
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Beach, Va., this 25th day of September, 1935, in accordance with request made by
the self - Miss [813], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. L. B. Cayce.
READING
Time of Reading 10: 00 to 10: 20 A. M. Eastern Standard Time. At home in ...
1. EC: Yes, we have the body here; the ENTITY we have had before.
2. Now, as we find, there are very definite conditions that disturb the better physical
functioning of the body. And these, as we find, have to do with accumulations that
have occurred in the body through an unbalancing of the elements that are
necessary for the reaction of the organs as related to the activity of the secretions
necessary for activities in the system.
3. Then, these are the conditions as we find them with this body, [813], we are
speaking of:
4. First, in the BLOOD SUPPLY we find indicated in its activity, and in the manner in
which there are the disturbances in the reflexes of the vital centers of the body, a
very great disturbance in the metabolism - or those elements that are necessary to
keep the various portions or factors in the circulation in an even balance. Or, as we
find, there is a lack of the necessary forces for keeping a full flow of the normal
corpuscle activity, owing to the lack of the elements in the body - and the blood
supply - for the balance between the iodine and potash. Or there is an excess of
potash in the system.
5. Hence we find these disturbances making for a weakness to the whole body; a
feeling at times of the pulsation in wrist, in the armpit, in the elbow, under the knees,
in the extremities where the superficial circulation is most active with the capillary
and emunctory centers (or those that come closer to the surface). At times there is
the feeling of tired, lagging; tendency for the feeling not exactly of being sleepy but
indolent, or the lack of the vital necessary influences to make for what would be
termed the "pep" or the reaction necessary to create even the coordination between
mental and physical desires for expression.
6. In the NERVE FORCES of the body, we find that their nerve ENDS are rather lax;
that is, the ends of the sympathetics and the coordinating centers in the
cerebrospinal system with the reflexes to the vegetative or sympathetic system.
Thus at times there is caused a heaviness across the lower portion of the
cerebrospinal system, or at the 4th lumbar area. Again there is felt between the
shoulder blades, or at the 1st and 2nd dorsal, a heaviness; a fullness at times, as if
something might be CREEPING - as it were - just under the skin. Dull headaches
and languid activity. There is also an incoordination in the digestion, from this same
form of nervous reaction.
7. As to the functioning of the ORGANS themselves, we find:
8. Brain forces, as we have indicated, are very good.
9. The organs of the sensory system make for reactions that are in keeping with the
general reflexes from the disturbances through the circulation, in the reactions of the
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muscular forces. The activities of the sensory system are dulled. At times the vision
appears to be blurry; at others there is the appearance of conditions that centralize
themselves and do not appear to be as in the first glimpse of same. The same
reaction is in the sound, the hearing, or the auditory forces; that is, the BALANCE
between same. All of these effects come in the present, as we have indicated, from
a poor coordination in the circulation and distribution of nerve forces by or through
the lack of elements in the system to create a balance for the body.
10. As to the lungs and the heart's activity: A fullness is felt at times in the lungs
themselves. At others, while the heart does not hurt, there is the feeling or the
consciousness of the heart's presence and of its activity, and of the conditions under
which it is laboring at times.
11. In the digestive system the disturbances are more from the nerve reactions
sympathetically; as they are throughout the rest of the system.
12. Throat, bronchi and larynx: Here we find an indication of how the effect of this
unbalancing has made and is making for a segregation within itself; that is,
engorgements about the INTERNAL activity of the thyroid itself. The lack of the
expression of this in its proper balance has been the lack of the proper amount of
iodine for the system.
13. Hence we find in the present, in making applications that will enable the body to
meet these conditions (provided these are carried in proper proportions, with the
proper precautions and conditions considered), these should be able to be
disseminated without operative forces.
14. However, if there is the continuance of this fullness in the throat, this dullness
throughout the system, this heaviness and those activities in the circulatory forces
not altered or changed (even with these applications which we will suggest), then it
would become necessary for operative measures.
15. But begin first with this method for the absorbing and eliminating of the condition:
16. Begin with taking internally the Atomidine; one minim in half a glass of water
twice each day (before the morning meal and before retiring at night). Each day
increase the amount one minim, until ten minims are being taken twice a day.
17. Then leave off for three days. Then begin with the one minim again, gradually
increasing until ten minims are being taken again twice each day - each dose in half
a glass of water.
18. After the first full round of the Atomidine, and during the three day rest period
from same, use each day for the three days the hand Violet Ray. Use the throat
applicator that will apply directly to the activities of the glands about the throat,
around the neck and down to the upper portion of the breastbone; or following what
is ordinarily termed the collarbone around same, see? This would be used for five
minutes just before retiring, only on the three days during the rest period from the
Atomidine.
19. We would also at the end of the second rest period from taking the Atomidine
(that is, after the second three day period of using the Violet Ray as indicated), we
would begin with the deep manipulations; not chiropractically, but osteopathically
given, to make drainages through the cervical and upper dorsal for the general
system. In other words, the stimulations to the centers especially in the brachial area
and the upper cervicals, or from the 4th and 5th on to the 1st cervical, are not so
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much for general relaxation as for general elimination; that is, for stimulating the
drainages from the system.
20. Then it becomes necessary that the eliminations through the alimentary canal be
increased, either through the activities of the body through the exercises it takes or
through the deeper manipulation or stimulations for same.
21. In the latter portion of the manipulations, coordinate the lumbar area WITH the
dorsal and cervical areas also.
22. These osteopathic adjustments and treatments would be taken for two week
periods at a time, three times each week. Rest a week in between, and then take
them again for two more weeks, see?
23. And by the time such a period has elapsed, we should find the body not only
feeling better, but there should be the disappearance of this disturbance - and the
whole system adjusted then to near normalcy.
24. When the manipulations or the osteopathic treatments are begun, then leave off
the Violet Ray treatments (though these are necessary in the middle portion of the
first two Atomidine rounds, as indicated). But keep up the Atomidine, in the manner
indicated, throughout the period of the osteopathic treatments; just eliminating the
Violet Ray treatments after the first two three-day rest periods, you see.
26. (Q) Exactly what foods should I eat (or in other words, what foods does my
particular system require)?
(A) Those that have iron, iodine, silicon, and the like. Leave off, then, those
foods carrying too great a quantity of starch or sweets. This will tend to make the
body reduce, to be sure, in its weight somewhat, but this will be much better - as we
find - for the whole system.
27. (Q) Is the yoga practice of Kriya causing any ill effects?
(A) As indicated, this is very well to continue with these treatments; for these
exercises have a stimulating effect. However, DO NOT use these during the period
the Violet Ray is used, for that week! During the rest of the time it will be well for
these to be carried with the other applications in toto.
28. We are through with this reading.

R1. 10/7/35 [813]'s letter to EC:
"...The diagnosis of my disability is all that I could hope for, and I am especially pleased with
the prescription. Needless to say, I shall follow directions faithfully, and I will report to you
relative to the results obtained from the medicine, Violet Ray and osteopathic treatments.
"As I expect to return to Washington within a week or ten days, I shall not begin the
osteopathic treatments until I arrive there. Will you kindly ask Miss Davis to send me the
name of an osteopath or two in Washington who is familiar with your work, or who has
cooperated on other cases? I should prefer to receive treatment from an osteopath who
understands. Ask her if she will direct the letter to me here at ..."
R4. 5/26/36 [813]'s letter to EC:

"...I hope the members of the Association have fully reimbursed you for the indebtedness
incurred in Detroit. I was concerned when I learned of your difficulties there, but I am
convinced that out of that trouble, some blessing will come. Ultimately, all that happens is for
the best. It is His will that is working through us.
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"I am reminded of the experience of that great saint, Swami Yogananda when he was in
Miami nearly ten years ago. As everyone knows, the mental vibrations pervading in Florida
are pretty gross. Greed and the pursuit of pleasure take first rank in the hearts of the
majority of the population.
"The Swami gave a series of lectures and lessons in Miami to a crowded house each night.
He was about to begin his advanced lesson series when the husband of one of his students
started trouble with a vengeance. He went to police headquarters and accused the Swami of
really terrible things. (This man was afterward convicted of murder!) Through his
machinations and activities he started a riot and a mob stormed the auditorium where the
lectures were being held. Yogananda was compelled to remain in seclusion for a while and
then he quietly left the state without completing his course of lessons. The mayor and the
police knew that he was innocent of any wrong doing, but they thought it was best not to
incite the mob by trying to continue the lectures.
"To add to the Swami's troubles, Hearst took this occasion to start persecuting him in the
Hearst newspapers. His editorial writer, Arthur Brisbane, rather outdid himself. His articles
were venomous. That there was not truth in them didn't matter to Brisbane or Hearst. They
carried the persecution to the headquarters of the Swami's organization in Los Angeles.
Newspaper men invaded the building and made themselves obnoxious in many ways. Day
after day, scurrilous articles appeared in the Los Angeles newspapers owned by Hearst. It
was a most trying time for the students as well as the Swami.
"I know you must have thought me dilatory not to have reported the result of the treatments
prescribed in the Physical reading you gave me last fall, but I had a reason for not writing to
you sooner about the matter. Here it is.
"As soon as I returned to Washington in late October, I began the treatments and followed
instructions to the letter, very carefully. At that time I was feeling quite ill and weak, I could
hardly get about and the least exertion laid me low.
"Every time I went to the osteopath's office for a treatment, she would tell me of some
additional ailments, such as high blood pressure, iron deficiency, etc. This didn't make me
feel any better!
"Toward the last of November, when the treatment prescribed was nearly completed, she
told me I ought to get close to the earth and that I needed lots of sunshine. As I had to walk
on sidewalks, the little walking I did, and as I was bundled in winter clothes which prevented
the pale fall sun from being of much benefit, I didn't know how I could follow her advice. I
decided to go to Florida for the month of December and get some sun baths on the beach. I
thought this would supplement the treatments and should give me a kind of boost, as the
youngsters say.
"I went to Florida, took the remaining treatments from a West Palm Beach osteopath, and
had been in the water once or twice when calamity overtook me. I had been in Florida about
ten days or less when I awakened one morning to find myself very ill with influenza. This
particular attack left me so weak for a while that I could hardly talk. I was flat in bed for
nearly three weeks and I returned to Washington on the third of January, as soon as I could
travel.
"The treatments didn't seem to help me at all, so far as I could determine. I took the entire
bottle of Atomidine. When I went back to work I was weak, wobbly, and somewhat
discouraged, for a couple of weeks, I dragged about, doing as little as possible. Then one
day I remembered that a sage had once said that the consciousness of perfection is the
basis of all cures. I began to think of the Infinite Perfection and the effect was startling.
Within a week I began to recover my energy and felt a great deal better. From then on I
have improved steadily. I feel really fine now, but I am not cured by any means. However, I
have that peppy feeling I used to have and the old 'dullness' is gone.
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"My Preceptor [Swami Yogananda?] gave me an exercise to follow that if used with will and
determination would probably cure me. However, I haven't practiced it as I should, only
practicing once a day when I should exercise three or four times. This regulates the energy
in the spine, and is used with the sacred word AUM. It is probably this that has helped me
so much. It may be that the treatments benefitted me some, but that the effect didn't appear
for a month or so after I discontinued them.
"No promise was given to me in the reading that the treatment WOULD help as the
statement was made that: 'However, if there is the continuance of this fullness in the throat,
this dullness throughout the system, this heaviness and those activities in the circulatory
forces not altered or changed, even with these applications which we will suggest, then it
would be necessary for operative measures.'
"But the reading also stated that 'By the time such a period has elapsed we should find the
body not only feeling better, but there should be the disappearance of this disturbance...and
the whole system adjusted then to near normalcy.'
"This didn't happen. Also the reading said that: 'Hence we find in the present, in making
applications that will enable the body to meet these conditions provided these are carried in
proper proportions, with the proper precautions and conditions considered, these should be
able to be disseminated without operative forces.'
"I didn't know what to do, whether I should take the same treatments over again, whether I
should ask for another reading to determine the course to pursue, or what. I don't want to
have an operation if I can avoid it. There are many evil after effects which I would escape if I
could. So I waited awhile to see if I would improve before I wrote you on the subject. I have
tried to be as exact in the description as I can.
"I think I will continue with the Aum chant in the spine for a while and see what the result
may be. After all, it is the Life Energy that is the real source of healing; medicine is only an
aid.
"The gland in the throat is still enlarged and the proper adjustments have not been made in
the bloodstream. But I feel really good; much better than I have for quite a long time. [See
report here added to 813-1 Reports on Life Reading.]
"My everlasting gratitude for the readings you gave me. The Physical reading gave me a
clear understanding of what ails me. No physician could have given me this knowledge. It
may be that He is giving me a lesson in Wisdom healing, and that I should turn more within.
Always there is a lesson in our adversities, I have found, and I try to understand them. It
seems to me now that if I can overcome my disabilities through the power within, it may be
of benefit to others. So I shall try..."
R7. 7/27/43 See letter under 813-1 Reports indicating she is enjoying physical exercise at
home in the mountain air: "I feel 80% better than I did last winter."
R8. 6/47 Her friend, Miss [2898], told us that Miss [813] died in 1945, about six months after
Mr. Cayce did.
R9. 10/18/52 Comment by D. H. Fogel, M.D. (heart specialist) after studying 813-2: "Goitre,
non-toxic."
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Bible: Books of: I Kings 19: 12 Par. 10-A
ELIMINATIONS: INCOORDINATION
Exercise: Breathing: Yoga Par. 7-A
Healing: General Par. 7-A
Meditation: General Par. 9-A

: Position Par. 9-A
: Preparation Par. 9-A
Psychic Development: Guidance Par. 10-A

B1. See previous readings.
TEXT OF READING 903-24 F 34 (Housewife, Hebrew)

This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at the home of David E. Kahn, 20
Woods Lane, Scarsdale, N.Y., this 23rd day of November, 1936, in accordance with
request made by the self - Mrs. [903], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research &
Enlightenment, Inc., Virginia Beach, Va.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mrs. [903].
READING
Time of Reading 12: 45 to 1: 00 P. M. Eastern Standard Time. ..., N.Y.
2. As we find, in the physical forces of the body, the reactions are very good.
3. If those principles, those activities are kept that are known in the experience to
keep the body physically fit, these as we find should and will respond to not only the
whole of the physical but the emotional - as well as a coordination between the two.
4. Hence little would be given as we find, other than counsel that this influence in the
experience be adhered to.
6. (Q) Why in menstrual periods is there a small showing five or six days later?
(A) This arises from the lack of the proper reaction in the system for the perfect
coordination of the eliminations of the body.
Hence as has been indicated, if there will be kept those activities in the body - or
taken that known to bring about the normal influence and reaction to all portions of
the organism, these tendencies will disappear and normalcy come about.
7. (Q) What is the effect of the Yoga breathing exercises, as given by Dr. [866], on
my body?
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(A) These, as we have given, are good; and should be maintained for the varied
conditions that arise in the experience of the body.
It has been given before that these are most helpful. There are specific exercises
and breathings for the varied activities upon the various organs, the varied activities
of the glandular system. These, not too strenuous, are much preferable to outside
influences.
For EVERY influence for corrective measures is to create within the activating
body the awareness of its deficiency or its over or superfluous activity, and to bring
about a COORDINANT condition, a cooperate condition in the body.
And this - that it may be done in this body in a much better way and manner than
in ninety-eight percent of others that may be found, even that would use the same
expressions or same activity - is much preferable to drug or mechanical appliances
or applications!
8. (Q) Should there be any additions or changes?
(A) Rather the applications of that known, as has been indicated.
9. (Q) What is the proper posture for my meditations?
(A) As has been indicated before, each individual is an entity, each individual has
had and IS - not a law unto itself, but - a development unto THE LAW!
That then becomes rather that which is to the entity the more expressive of that
being sought to be attained in the experience. Thus as the entity has attained, as the
entity has gained in itself, at times the pose or posture would be different. As these
vary, meet same.
Remember, how was it given of old? (which may never, never be improved
upon!) In the offering of that which would cleanse the body, in the offering of that
which would roll away those influences in the experiences of an individual, varied
forms and manners were given that they (the forms) might to the ENTITY in its inner
self find that response of doing and being in accord with the SOURCES from which
aid, help and understanding is sought.
Hence to each there comes a change. So to this entity. Do not let it become as a
rote only, nor as form only; but as chord answering to chord, as the vibrations from
each portion of the body to the one purpose in self of being in accord with the divine
within, in body, in mind.
THUS it becomes the better.
In some periods it will be found that soft music would aid, though the music may
be made by the very activity OF the concording of the vibrations through the body.
At other periods odors may aid, though these - too - may be as an emanation from
the altars of sacrifice within self; or those postures that may bring into play the
activity of them all.
10. (Q) In her daily life, is she able to discriminate between the divine guidance and
that of desire?
(A) Every one may answer self in this. As He has so oft given, if ye will be silent -
even though a moment - ye know. For it is not in the storm, nor in the rage, nor the
tempest - but in the still small voice.
11. (Q) May I now combine my home interests successfully with the ... Group
Players in ...? [See 903-2, Life Rdg., on 3/17/26.]
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(A) When there is within self's own satisfaction not a neglecting of home duties,
home ties, BY being able to shift some of the responsibilities of same to help or aid,
yes. Until this is, no.

R5. 9/22/37 Husband, Mr. [257]'s letter:
Mr. Edgar Cayce, Virginia Beach, Va.
Dear Judge:
Reference [903]'s condition - the doctor scared her telling her that she had some
pelvic conditions that needed attention. He said they required attention since [759]'s
birth. So I wish you would give her a complete general physical diagnosis asking
what causes the pains across the back.
What is the general physical condition of the body. What is the condition of the
blood. What foods are best for the body at this time. Are there any corrective
conditions necessary in the lower extremities of the body. Please describe the
condition of the pelvic organs. What gives the body that tired feeling which she has
never had before. What will improve the mental condition of the body. What
exercises should the body take at this time. Should the body continue her work with
the music which she plans to undertake. Shall the body continue her work as class
mother. Shall the body head up the dramatic group in the community. Will any of
these activities interfere or hinder her health.
R6. 9/25/37 See 903-25.
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INDEX OF READING 903-33 F 40 (edited)
Arthritis: Tendencies Par. 14-A
Attitudes & Emotions: Faults & Virtues Par. 8
Bible: Books of: Luke 6: 38 Par. 9

: Mark 4: 24 Par. 9
: Matthew 7: 2 Par. 9
: II Peter 3: 18 Par. 11
: II Timothy 2: 15 Par. 10
Child Training: Adolescence Par. 25-A--27-A
: General Par. 27-A
Environment: Locality: Choice Par. 21-A
Exercise: Breathing: Yoga Par. 6, 13-A
Ideals Par. 3--5
Karma: Talents: General Par. 19-A
Knowledge: Application Par. 7, 11
Mind: The Builder Par. 4
Physiotherapy: Massage: Swedish: Eliminations Par. 14-A

: Hydrotherapy: Eliminations Par. 14-A
Prophecy: World Affairs: America Par. 21-A
Vocational Guidance: Education Par. 15-A--20-A, 30-A

B1. See previous Readings.
B2. 5/3/42 She referred Mrs. [3326] for Physical Reading.
TEXT OF READING 903-33 F 40 (Housewife, Hebrew)

This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic
Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 31st day of May, 1942, in accordance with
request made by the self - Mrs. [903], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research &
Enlightenment, Inc.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mrs. [903] and Mr.
[257].
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READING
Time of Reading 3: 40 to 4: 10 P. M. Eastern War Time. ..., N.Y.
1. GC: You will have before you the entity [903], present in this room, who seeks - at
this cycle of her development - information, advice and guidance as to her life and
work; with specific reference to health, family relationships, and her mental and
spiritual development. Then you will answer the questions she submits, as I ask
them:
2. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [903], and the information which
has been indicated for this entity; as to the various experiences of the entity through
the varied periods of manifestations in the earth.
3. In giving advice or counsel, in directing the activities in the present, all of these
should be taken into consideration. For, there is naturally builded in the character, in
the abilities, in the latent and manifested desires, purposes of the soul. These
purposes are the latent and manifested ideals through those judgments and choices
of that phase of human experience of portions of the mind. Thus they are a part of
the warp or woof of an individual entity.
4. As there are activities, ideals are naturally crystallized in the mind - which is the
builder in a conscious experience of an entity.
5. These, in the late experiences, have not been fully adhered to; yet much that has
been and is of a practical nature in the experience of the entity, in building that which
may now enable the entity to use further those principles which have been the
foundation of the human relationships towards those ideals and principles of an
entity, may now be applied in the physical developments.
6. To be sure, there are changes coming about in the purposes or aims in body-
functionings. These, naturally, need their outlet of expression - which may better be
found, as changes come, in the use of the breathing, the exercises, that enable the
directing of energies that are loosened or that are kept hidden within the functioning
of the relationships between spiritual-creative forces, mental activities, and the
material expressions of ideals.
7. We would adopt more of that which has been a part of the experience; not of a
nature as would be termed excessive, for it is those individual entities who rationally
apply principles in their time and their place who make use of knowledge which is in
its application wisdom. Many have knowledge, few have the wisdom to use same.
The abilities of the entity are exceptional in these directions, if those principles are
applied in a universal sense for constructive building in the experience of self as well
as of the family relationships, and the social activities into which the entity comes
from time to time.
8. These as we find may not be expressed better, in its activity, than to consider the
abilities; magnifying the virtues - in self and in others - of every nature that deal with
the uplift toward spiritual awakening; minimizing the faults - in self and in others - as
ye seek to influence thine own activity, thine own choice of thought, thine own choice
of purpose in dealing with the varied problems, the varied experiences that arise.
9. For, with the measure ye mete it is measured to thee again. This is a spiritual law,
it is a mental certainty, it is a material experience to most of those that would see.
10. In thine self, then, - study first to show thyself approved unto that thou choosest
as the directing of the principles of daily living, in relationship to family, in
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relationship to the community, in relationship to the state, to the nation. For these
each have their directing influence or spirit.
11. What spirit will ye contribute to those activities? For it is with that spirit ye make
manifest, according to what purpose, what hope, what desire ye encourage, ye abet;
not by word alone but by daily activity. For thus, as ye grow in grace, in knowledge,
in understanding, ye may apply that wisdom which has been and is thy heritage.
13. (Q) What is causing the unusual aching in the breast at various periods?
(A) The natural change that is a part of the glandular functioning, - to the organs
of the mammary glands, and from the adrenals. To be sure, this need not cause
anxiety, unless there is the bruising or an injury of some character such as to
localize disturbance; provided the exercise of breathing is maintained, of directing
the flow of energies.
14. (Q) What is causing pain in fourth finger joint on right hand? Any treatment
suggested?
(A) This is a tendency towards the lack of proper eliminations, or drainages, from
the extremities, - or, if there is a pressure made to the left side of the 2nd dorsal, at
the brachial center, it will be found that there will be a hurting or a fullness to the
arm. This, then, indicates the necessity for hydrotherapy, as combined with the
exercise, to stimulate these centers to normal activity.
Of course, the massage at the time of the hydrotherapy treatments would be well
- by a masseuse, or one who would give a good Swedish massage; not necessarily
a special adjustment, but there is a tendency towards a slowing there. Thus, if
allowed to remain, it might come to be called (to express a more concrete term) a
tendency in the system for neuritis or arthritis. But this is far from assuming such
proportions as yet.
15. (Q) At this cycle of my life, what particular work should I develop for my fullest
expression and contribution?
(A) That as might be best expressed by physical education to the teen age boys
and girls, - as an expression both from the physical-BODY development and from
the mental or dramatic expressions that are the impelling force in those of that age,
especially.
16. (Q) You mean teaching groups of children?
(A) Directing or teaching, or having a group that the body would direct especially
in the physical development, physical education, and in dramatics or the like.
17. (Q) How about the Henry Street Settlement group on Madison Ave., N.Y.C.?
(A) This as we find is something of the nature. The entity could improve a good
deal upon the principles that are applied here.
18. (Q) Should my war work for the coming year be along the entertainment line or
as a nurse's aid?
(A) DEFINITELY along the entertainment line, but PHYSICAL development for
the young of both sexes.
19. (Q) The entity has not had professional physical training. Why should she be
chosen to teach that?
(A) Because she is NATURALLY, innately, fitted for such.
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Has it not been indicated that those who are trained in the former experiences in
the earth, though they may not have applied the principles in the immediate present,
may have the wisdom of the ages at their disposal - if there is the beginning and the
application of self in those directions?
20. (Q) The entity is 40 years old and not athletic.
(A) More athletic than many that are 15 or 18, though, that the entity may train!
24. (Q) Taking that into consideration, which place would be best?
(A) As indicated, in Maryland, Virginia or West Virginia, - and in that vicinity that
would be around or near to Washington.
25. (Q) In what way can I create a more harmonious attitude in guiding my older son,
[759]?
(A) In these respects there can be the best directions by counseling with, though
never forcing; though there is the necessity here of being quite positive. This is the
better manner of creating harmony. But counsel with, not argue with.
27. (Q) Am I right in feeling that his musical development should be continued, even
though there is definite lack of any real musical talent?
(A) It gives a rhythm that is as necessary as law, in making ANY success in a
material experience. Some knowledge of music, some knowledge of law, is
necessary in the experience of EVERY male individual!
30. (Q) How shall I go about to organize this children's teen- age group for dramatic
and physical training?
(A) Get a comprehensive understanding of same, first, from some who have
made a practical application of same in such a group. Then let it be known that you
are open for such. You will have to put a stop to your list, - if you don't they'll
overcrowd you! Some twelve or fifteen should be sufficient. You will have more than
twenty-four applicants, if you make it known!...
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INDEX OF READING 1861-10 M 35
Attitudes & Emotions: Haste Par. 16-A

BLINDNESS: AFTER EFFECTS
CATARACTS
Diet: Eliminations Par. 7, 15-A
Electrotherapy: Violet Ray: Cataracts Par. 6, 13-A
Exercise: Breathing: Cataracts Par. 17-A

: Estep: Not Recommended Par. 18-A
: Glands: Kundalini Par. 17-A, 18-A
: Yoga: Not Recommended Par. 18-A
Glands: Kundalini Par. 17-A, 18-A
LESIONS
Osteopathy: Lesions Par. 4, 9
Physiotherapy: Massage: Oils: Circulation Par. 5, 12-A
Prescriptions: Adiron: Body-Building Par. 14-A
Psychosomatics: Healing Par. 10, 16-A
BACKGROUND OF READING 1816-10 M 35

B1. See 1861-9.
TEXT OF READING 1861-10 M 35 (Teacher of Music)

This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office of the Association, Arctic
Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 15th day of October, 1941, in accordance with
request made by the self - Mr. [1861], Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research
& Enlightenment, Inc.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.
READING
Time of Reading 3: 45 to 4: 00 P. M. Eastern Standard Time. ..., Virginia.
1. GC: You will give the physical condition of this body at the present time, with
suggestions for further corrective measures; answering the questions he has
submitted, as I ask them:
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3. As we find, there slowly are improvements. The general health and the more
perfect coordination created between all activities of the body will be necessary for a
great deal of helpful forces for the vision.
4. We would continue with the osteopathic corrections at least twice a month, for at
least another sixty to ninety days.
5. When ready to retire we would have each evening the thorough massage,
especially with the oils indicated, along the cerebrospinal system, and about the
neck and lower portion of the head; face, chin muscles, in the temples; the centers
through which all of the optic and auditory forces receive impulses to and from the
superficial circulation, as well as the deeper circulation.
6. We would use the Violet Ray, - no more than three times a week, and about a
minute and a half at a time.
7. Then, in the diet, - keep close to those things that are body and nerve building,
that add to the abilities for the more perfect eliminations. Have plenty, then, of citrus
fruits, of vegetables, as the general diet, and especially figs, dates, nuts, as an aid to
the eliminations. Stewed figs, stewed raisins and prunes, all of these should be a
part of the diet.
8. Do these and, as we find, we will keep toward bettered conditions.
9. Remember, there is the ability also within self to raise the vibrations AS the
corrections are made. It is not for the betterment if this is attempted when there are
poor eliminations, or with improper circulation. These need to cooperate, coordinate
in EVERY phase of the body's experience.
10. Keep that attitude of constructive influence; using the abilities in bringing more
harmony, more peace in the experiences of others - that brings the same for self.
12. (Q) Should any change be made in the use of vibrator?
(A) We would change very little. Use it in the general way as has been indicated.
The massages as indicated would be more to the head and neck, and generally
along the spine, but more in head and neck areas, see?
13. (Q) Any change in the violet ray, other than indicated?
(A) Only as indicated. Not overstimulation nor too long a period, but these
vibrations are needed yet.
14. (Q) The Adiron?
(A) These we would keep through the period especially of the cold and winter
season.
15. (Q) Is present diet sufficient in vitamins, minerals and other elements?
(A) We would make some alterations in keeping with the suggestions as
indicated here for the character of fruits, the manner of preparation, and also the
nuts. Particularly have almonds, filberts and the like, more than other characters. Of
course, a good quality of pecan is well. But the almonds and filberts are particularly
good for the body.
16. (Q) What can be done to shorten period of correction of vision?
(A) Let's make haste slowly, and not overstress the correction in vision. Let's
make the changes as a growth, and the using of what is obtained in a better or more
constructive manner - this will be better than attempting to hasten same.
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17. (Q) Give a suitable breathing exercise for the physical, mental and spiritual
development of this body.
(A) The morning exercise and the evening exercise with the breathing would be
very good.
Mornings - arise, with plenty of fresh air. Rise gently on the toes, raising at the
same time the arms high above the head in about the same ratio as the body rises in
its stride in raising itself on toes. Breathe in, especially through the right nostril,
exhaling through the mouth - at least three times. Then three times through the left
nostril and exhaling through the mouth. These repeated in the evening would be
well.
As for exercises to raise the kundaline in the body, - these, of course, should
come in a different form or nature. Seated upon the floor, with the feet extended
directly, raise self - as it were - in the same manner, but making the activities of the
breathing in SEE the raising of the influences within self. These are the manners
best for the body in the present.
18. (Q) Please advise as to use of Estep and Yogi methods.
(A) Unless there are bettered conditions in the physical force as related to
coordination, we find that these would NOT be so well for the body. For, they
produce strain upon the very portions of the glandular force that are already in a
state of disturbance, see?... We are through for the present.
Same Person, other Readings
1861-12, Male 36 (teacher of music), 6/22/42
(Q) Any specific compositions that can be used for healing?

(A) R and O and M [See 2072-10, page 56 on 7/22/42 giving sounds as "Ah--aum,
see?"] are those combinations which vibrate to the center forces of the body itself. In
any compositions of which these are a part there will be found that necessary for the
individual. What might be healing for one might be distracting for another, to be sure.
1861-18, Male 38 (teacher of music), 4/17/44
With the periods set aside for meditation - don't hurry yourself, don't be anxious but
closing the self, the conscious mind to anxieties from without - enter within thine own
inner temple. There let the voice, the feeling direct; yea, let the spirit of the purpose
of self be free in its direction to self.
Attune yourself almost in the same manner as you tune the violin for harmony. For
when the body-mind and the soul-mind is attuned to the infinite, there will be brought
harmony to the mind and those centers from which impulse arises will aid in the
directing of the individual entity to become more sensitive and the material things
about the entity may be the better enjoyed. There will not be brought just that we
might call satisfaction. (continued on the next page)
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There is much more in anticipation and hope and desire than in being satisfied or
gratified. Always know that there is more, if the whole trust is in the Lord….
(Q) Any method of improving meditation and concentration?

(A) Just as indicated. This we would keep, but don't be anxious about it. Let it be a
necessity to thy better being, rather than giving or having the meditation for better
being. It's like whether you are baptized for or baptized to! It's the same application
within the inner self. You have the meditation because you desire to be attuned with
Creative Forces. You don't have the meditation because it's a duty or because you
want to feel better, but to attune self to the infinite! and in attuning self, use your
own vocal self; as with the oo-ah-ah--um [AUM]; but do your own vocaling.
(Q) What is the correct way of sounding aum?

(A) That of attuning self by your own vocal cords - not tuning like you are giving
vocal orientations.
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INDEX OF READING 2475-1 M 44

Attitudes & Emotions: Curiosity Par. 34-A
: Haste Par. 30
Bible: Books Of: Genesis 2: 7 Par. 5, 34-A
: John 14: 26 Par. 18, 19
: John 20: 22 Par. 5, 34-A
: Joshua 24: 15 Par. 27, 28
: Luke 21: 19 Par. 11
Body: Mental Par. 10, 22
: Physical Par. 9, 22
BREATHING
Consciousness: Cosmic Par. 21, 25
EXERCISE: BREATHING: YOGA
GLANDS: KUNDALINI: BREATHING
: Leydig: Soul: Body Par. 15, 16, 18
: Pineal: Breathing Par. 18, 19
Ideals Par. 34-A
Knowledge: Application Par. 35-A
MEDITATION
: Preparation Par. 34-A
Names: People Mentioned: Galileo Par. 34-A
: Watt Par. 34-A
Philosophy: E.C. Readings Par. 8--12
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT: WARNINGS
Psychic Phenomena Par. 21
Sex: Psychic Development Par. 33-A
Soul: Body Par. 11, 22
: Glands Par. 15, 16
Soul Development: Selflessness Par. 30, 31
Triune: Oneness Par. 8--12

Will: Birthright Par. 29
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BACKGROUND OF READING 2475-1 M 44

B1. See suggestion [in Text of Reading] by HLC.
TEXT OF READING 2475-1 M 44 (Physics Research Director, Quaker)

This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia
Beach, Va., this 27th day of March, 1941, in accordance with request made by the
self through Mr. [1662], Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research &
Enlightenment, Inc. PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Hugh Lynn Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mr. [1662] and
Mrs. [1661]. READING
Time of Reading 3: 45 to 4: 15 P. M. Eastern Standard Time. ..., Penna.
1. HLC: You will have before you the body and enquiring mind of [2475], ..., Penna.,
in special reference to the Yoga exercises with which he has been experimenting, in
breathing. You will indicate just what has taken place in the body and what should
be done from this point, considering the best physical, mental and spiritual
development of the entity. You will answer the questions, as I ask them:
2. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [2475]; and those conditions,
those experiences of the body in the use of Yoga exercise in breathing.
3. To give that as would be helpful to the body at this time, there might be indicated
for the body something of that which takes place when such exercises are used -
and the experiences had by one so doing.
4. These exercises are excellent, yet it is necessary that special preparation be
made - or that a perfect understanding be had by the body as to what takes place
when such exercises are used.
5. For, BREATH is the basis of the living organism's activity. Thus, such exercises
may be beneficial or detrimental in their effect upon a body.
6. Hence it is necessary that an understanding be had as to how, as to when, or in
what manner such may be used.
7. It would be very well for the body to study very carefully the information which we
have given through these sources as respecting Meditation. Then this information as
may be given here may prove of beneficial effect in the experience of the body.
8. Each soul, individual or entity, finds these facts existent:
9. There is the body-physical - with all its attributes for the functioning of the body in
a three-dimensional or a manifested earth plane.
10. Also there is the body-mental - which is that directing influence of the physical,
the mental and the spiritual emotions and manifestations of the body; or the way, the
manner in which conduct is related to self, to individuals, as well as to things,
conditions and circumstances. While the mind may not be seen by the physical
senses, it can be sensed by others; that is, others may sense the conclusions that
have been drawn by the body-mind of an individual, by the manner in which such an
individual conducts himself in relationship to things, conditions or people.
11. Then there is the body-spiritual, or soul-body - that eternal something that is
invisible. It is only visible to that consciousness in which the individual entity in
patience becomes aware of its relationship to the mental and the physical being.
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12. All of these then are one - in an entity; just as it is considered, realized or
acknowledged that the body, mind and soul are one, - that God, the Son and the
Holy Spirit are one.
13. Then in the physical body there ARE those influences, then, through which each
of these phases of an entity may or does become an active influence.
14. There may be brought about an awareness of this by the exercising of the mind,
through the manner of directing the breathing.
15. For, in the body there is that center in which the soul is expressive, creative in its
nature, - the Leydig center.
16. By this breathing, this may be made to expand - as it moves along the path that
is taken in its first inception, at conception, and opens the seven centers of the body
that radiate or are active upon the organisms of the body.
17. This in its direction may be held or made to be a helpful influence for specific
conditions, at times - by those who have taught, or who through experience have
found as it were the key, or that which one may do and yet must not do; owing to
whatever preparation has been made or may be made by the body for the use of this
ability, this expression through the body-forces.
18. As this life-force is expanded, it moves first from the Leydig center through the
adrenals, in what may be termed an upward trend, to the pineal and to the centers in
control of the emotions - or reflexes through the nerve forces of the body.
19. Thus an entity puts itself, through such an activity, into association or in
conjunction with all it has EVER been or may be. For, it loosens the physical
consciousness to the universal consciousness.
20. To allow self in a universal state to be controlled, or to be dominated, may
become harmful.
21. But to know, to feel, to comprehend as to WHO or as to WHAT is the directing
influence when the self-consciousness has been released and the real ego allowed
to rise to expression, is to be in that state of the universal consciousness, - which is
indicated in this body here, Edgar Cayce, through which there is given this
interpretation for [2475].
22. So, in analyzing all this, - first study the variations of what has been the body-
temperament, in thought, in food. For, the body-physical becomes that which it
assimilates from material nature. The body-mental becomes that it assimilates from
both the physical-mental and the spiritual-mental. The soul is ALL of that the entity
is, has been or may be.
23. Then, WHO and WHAT would the entity have to direct self in such experiences?
24. To be loosed without a governor, or a director, may easily become harmful.
25. But as we would give, from here, let not such a director be that of an entity.
Rather so surround self with the universal consciousness of the CHRIST, as to be
directed by that influence as may be committed to thee.
26. Thus the entity may use constructively that which has been attained.
27. But to prevent physical harm, mental harm, - attune self in body and in mind with
that influence by which the entity seeks to be directed; not haphazardly, not by
chance, but - as of old - choose thou this day WHOM ye will serve: the living God
within thee, by thee, through thee? or those influences of knowledge without
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wisdom, that would enslave or empower thee with the material things which only
gratify for the moment?
28. Rather choose thou as he of old, - let others do as they may, but as for thee,
serve thou the living God.
29. Thus ye may constructively use that ability of spiritual attunement, which is the
birthright of each soul; ye may use it as a helpful influence in thy experiences in the
earth.
30. But make haste SLOWLY! Prepare the body. Prepare the mind, before ye
attempt to loosen it in such measures or manners that it may be taken hold upon by
those influences which constantly seek expressions of self rather than of a living,
constructive influence of a CRUCIFIED Savior.
31. Then, crucify desire in self; that ye may be awakened to the real abilities of
helpfulness that lie within thy grasp.
33. (Q) Is there at present any danger to any particular body-function, such as sex;
or to general health?
(A) As we have indicated, without preparation, desires of EVERY nature may
become so accentuated as to destroy - or to overexercise as to bring detrimental
forces; unless the desire and purpose is acknowledged and set IN the influence of
self as to its direction - when loosened by the kundaline activities through the body.
34. (Q) Just what preparation would you advise for the body, now?
(A) This should be rather the choice of the body from its OWN development,
than from what ANY other individual entity or source might give.
Purify the body, purify the mind; that the principle, the choice of ideals as made
by the entity may be made manifest.
Do whatever is required for this, - whether the washing of the body, the
surrounding with this or that influence, or that of whatever nature.
As has been experienced, this opening of the centers or the raising of the life
force may be brought about by certain characters of breathing, - for, as indicated,
the breath is power in itself; and this power may be directed to certain portions of the
body. But for what purpose? As yet it has been only to see what will happen!
Remember what curiosity did to the cat! Remember what curiosity did to Galileo,
and what it did to Watt - but they used it in quite different directions in each case!
35. (Q) Considering the development of the entity, is further practice of the Yoga
exercises of breathing and meditation recommended?
(A) By all means! if and when, and ONLY when, preparation has been made;
and when there is the knowledge, the understanding and the wisdom as to what to
do WITH that gained! Without such, do not undertake same!
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Bible: Study: Deuteronomy 30 Par. 11

: Exodus 19: 5 Par. 11
: John 14--17 Par. 11
: Romans Par. 11
Clairvoyance Of E.C.: Discretion Par. 3
Glands: Kundalini: Warning Par. 7, 8
Prophecy: Personal: Warning: Spiritual Par. 2, 3, 6--9
Psychic Development: Warnings Par. 6--9
Religion: Hinduism Par. 6, 7
Spiritual Advice Par. 6--12
Will Par. 10
WORK: E.C.: READINGS: INCARNATIONS NOT GIVEN

B1. 7/27/43 [5028]'s letter: "...Since reading THERE IS A RIVER I have been most
eager to have a reading for myself, two of them as a matter of fact. One of them a
Life Reading...
"I suppose I should add that this is not an emergency case, as I believe my ailment
is not a grave one. What is your fee for a reading? I am particularly interested in the
summary of the readings taken on philosophical and metaphysical subjects - the one
at the end of the book [THERE IS A RIVER]. Is it possible to secure more detailed
information about those readings? I trust I shall hear from you soon. I shall be glad
to comply as far as possible with any special conditions you may request..."
TEXT OF READING 5028-1 F 31 (Protestant, Housewife)

This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic
Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 13th day of April, 1944, in accordance with
request made by the self - Mrs. [5028], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for
Research & Enlightenment, Inc.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.
READING
Born August 21, 1912, in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Time of Reading Set bet. 3: 30 to 4: 30 P. M. Eastern War Time. ..., N.Y.
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1. 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:
2. EC: Yes - a very unusual entity, with very unusual abilities. Yet these abilities may
become the real stumbling block for the entity.
3. Here we may find a great disagreement with what may be given the entity, but this
is given with the desire and hope that this information may be applied so as to
become a helpful experience for the entity; else tragedy may be a part of this entity's
experience.
4. This is an entity, as we will find, who has little use for man or woman that hasn't a
very brilliant mind.
5. Things pertaining to scientific problems of every nature are of particular interest to
the entity.
6. We find that the entity should find its spiritual ideal - and not in the mysteries of
the East. Not that these haven't their place in the experiences of individuals, but the
abilities of this entity in the earthly sojourns have been such that unless there is the
whole Creative Force taken into consideration and the entity becoming one with
spiritual imports, it may use the powers and forces within to its own undoing.
7. For the entity takes most every experience by intuition. Easily may the entity, by
entering deep meditation raise the kundaline [kundalini] forces in body to the third
eye as to become a seeress; so that it may see the future and the past. But the law
of such is that, unless these are used for constructive and never for selfish motives
or purposes, they will bring more harm than good.
8. For there is the expression of creative energies that must be a part of the
experience. Don't let the experiences of many turn thee aside, where and when it
becomes necessary to raise such; and you will not be able to unless you live that
you ask of and seek in others. Let that ye seek be that the law of the Lord God,
which is manifested in the Christ, may be manifested through thee.
9. If the body will do just that, it may become a credit to its own environ and all of
those who have the pleasure and privilege of knowing the entity. Abusing it, ye will
become a by-word, ye will become one not a credit to any.
10. What will this entity do with these abilities? The choice may only be in self.
11. Begin with the study of the Scripture as in Exodus 19: 5, Deuteronomy 30, the
whole of Romans, and John 14, 15, 16 and 17. Make these not only as things ye
know but as things ye apply in principle and practice.
12. Do that and come again - we would work with thee.

R1. 10/21/76 Mrs. [5028] wrote requesting a copy of her Life reading.
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Extracts on Chanting and Intonation for Attunement
281-28, “Glad Helper’s” Prayer Group, 10/26/36
(Q) Are we using the correct methods of breathing and intonation in our group
meditations?
(A) As has been given in Meditation, to some, THIS then is the correct manner: As
has been given so oft of old, purge ye your bodies, washing them with water, putting
away those things of the mind and of the body; for tomorrow the Lord would speak
with thee.
Hence in this group make thy mind, thy body, as a fit subject for a visit of thy Lord,
thy God. Then as ye seek YE KNOW, as He hath given, that the wedding feast is
prepared and thou hast bid the guests, and that ye have come with the garments of
the feast with thy Lord, thy Master, thy King, thy Savior.
For lowly as He was in His earthly ministry, He honored all such that gathered for the
commemoration of a union of body, a union of mind, a union of strength for their
worship, their sacrifice, their meeting with their God.
So do ye in thy meditation. For thy prayer is as a supplication or a plea to thy

superior; yet thy meditation is that thou art meeting on COMMON ground!
Then prepare thyself!
In breathing, take into the right nostril, STRENGTH! Exhale through thy mouth.
Intake in thy left nostril, exhaling through the right; opening the centers of thy body -
if it is first prepared to thine OWN understanding, thine OWN concept of what YE
would have if ye would have a visitor, if ye would have a companion, if ye would
have thy bridegroom!
Then, as ye begin with the incantation of the [Har-r-r-r-r-r- aum] Ar-ar-r-r-r - the e-e-
e, the o-o-o, the m-m-m, RAISE these in thyself; and ye become close in the
presence of thy Maker - as is SHOWN in thyself! They that do such for selfish
motives do so to their own undoing. Thus has it oft been said, the fear of the Lord is
the beginning of wisdom.
Wisdom, then, is fear to misapply knowledge in thy dealings with thyself, thy fellow
man.
For as ye are honest, as ye are patient, as ye are sincere with thyself in thy meeting
with thy God, thy Savior, thy Christ, in thy meditation, ye will be in thy dealings with
thy fellow man.
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281-35, “Glad Helper’s” Prayer Group, 5/26/37
(Q) Considering the group as a whole, when we come together for meditation,
should we use the intonations, singing, and breathing as described in the Readings?
(A) You are in a material world. You are subject to the laws of same. When you are
moved by full accord, use the intonations, the breathing, the posture; but let this be
rather as an outgrowth of attunement then the purpose FOR attunement. For to be
one mind, one purpose, one desire, by and through a common cause, should bring -
a unison of thought.
If one begins and all join, wonderful; but do not find fault that all are not in attune at
once. Were all chosen to go into the chamber of death? Were all chosen to go to
the mount of transfiguration? Were all chosen to act when the five thousand were
fed? There you find, in the various experiences, numbers or different ones among
the twelve taking the leading role - as you do at the Last Supper, as you do at the
Cross, as you do in the Garden, as you do on Resurrection Morn.
So, in your meetings, let this be a service of joy; for you call yourselves (and well so)
Glad Helpers. Then ACT like it!
275-43, 22-year-old woman (Musician), 4/1/35

Do not misconstrue that which was accomplished by thine own understanding in that
experience [In Egypt, see Reading 275-33]. Turn for the moment, then, to thy
service in the Temple Beautiful. Here we have those incantations that are as but the
glorifying of constructive forces in all of their activity within the human emotions that
may be known in the present day; for glory, not of self, not of the ability of self, but
the glory of the oneness of purpose, of the I AM of the individual for the glorifying of
that creative energy within self that may keep the whole body, whole body-individual,
whole body as of the group, the whole body as of those within the sound as it ranges
from the highest to the lowest of the incantations within; following that known in thine
own present as i-e-o-u-e-i-o-umh. [?Ar-e-o-u-ummm?] [Har-rrrrr-aum says Dr. I. C.
Sharma.]
These as they make for the raising of that from within of the Creative Forces, as it
arises along that which is set within the inner man as that cord of life that once
severed may separate, does separate, that balance between the mind, the body, the
soul; these three, as accorded within the human forces, are the activities that were
carried on by thyself in movement of body in its EVERY motion that made for the
lifting up, the intoning in of self within; that there might come, as it were, the sound
as of many waters; or as the morning stars in their circuit about the earth may sing
with the glorious coming of the light into the experience of man to raise same to his
at-oneness and his attunement with those beauties of the coming of the sons of men
into the earth that God in His Oneness of Purpose may bring those activities with the
sons of God as an at-onement in THEIR purposes in the earth. The glorifying of Him
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in the dealings and associations with the fellow man, and these find their attunement
in each chord as it rings one with another in all the music that may be heard from
every sound that follows in eeiu-u-u-ummmm in its forms, through that attunement
along the pineal to the source of light within the self to make for the emotions of
glorifying alone.
275-45, Female 25 (Musician), 2/10/38 [see complete reading on page 11]
(Q) Should the body carry through the nerve treatments suggested by Dr. Conrad
Meibauer, Woolworth Bldg., 233 B'way, N.Y.C.?
(A) These are very well, though there are within the body-forces of the body itself as
we find, the mental attitudes and the quieting that can be brought about within, that
is much more EFFECTIVE.
But if there is the desire of the entity to have mechanical assistance to the quieting
of the nerve forces, very well.
But as we find it can be accomplished much more satisfactorily within self by the
right character of meditation and breathing exercise - which would be those with the
body seated IN what is ordinarily termed as Chinese or Japanese fashion, and with
the chant that has been a portion of the body - of the Ar-ar-r-r---e-e-e---o-o-o--m-m-
m [See below*], in the deep breathing and the circular motions of the body, and the
carrying of the directing of the spiritual influences and the mental activity to the
glandular forces of the body; raising these WITHIN self, and directing them to that to
be accomplished would be the manner.
Not that this becomes as an Egyptian or an East Indian chant, but keeping the
mental attitude of the Christ-Consciousness within that is purifying, is magnifying the
abilities for peace, quiet, yet ATTUNING self to the aliveness of not only the
emotions but to the mental application for CONSTRUCTIVE experiences in the body
and mind.
These are much better than depending upon either suggestion from without or the
application of any form of electrical or mechanical appliance for the raising of the
vibrations for THIS body, [275].
This would not do for ALL, but can be accomplished within self.
*GD's note: In regards the chant: 9/5/69 I repeated the chant as it sounded in the
reading, to musician Kenneth Newbern visiting A.R.E. headquarters, and he asked
me to add this explanatory note:
1. Spelling "ar" represents the sound ah as in father (1st syllable).
2. Repeated "r's" mean only continued sound, not new glottal beginnings.
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284-1, Male 38 (Rosicrucian student, Insurance agent), 2/25/33
Before this we find the entity was in that land now known as the Indian, or East
Indian, among those peoples who established much of the associations with those of
the various fields of endeavor, in the centers where various characters of learning
had gained such a hold as to be noised even by the lesser individuals or peoples,
who made little journeys here and there.
The entity then, in the name Burmdno, gained and lost, gained and lost. The
experience from the material viewpoint was rather a hectic one, yet much of the
thought that is held by many peoples in that particular land in the present is easily
understood by the entity; especially that as related to the interpreting of names, as to
their soundings, and the influence such has upon certain portions of a physical body
at the sounding of same. Much as does the sounding of o, a, and i, in accord one
with another in the present, influence certain glands in the system, as incantations.
Yet these in the present to the entity mean little, save when studied as to the idea of
their being constructive rather than controlling self's influence.
1158-10, Female 47 (Housewife), 11/15/37
(Q) What should be my attitude of mind about trying to learn singing in order to
progress most rapidly?
(A) This becomes a part, then; if it may be given so as to be fully understood. As has
been comprehended oft, there arises in the experience of the self the necessity for
the deep meditation with the awareness that His presence is so nigh unto thee.
And yet there are those periods when it is the spoken word, even as He gave,
"Lazarus, come forth!" yea as He gave, "Neither do I condemn thee; go and sin no
more." Or as He gave, "Inasmuch as ye show forth the Lord's death till He come
again. For keep this in remembrance till I drink it anew."
Such then the entity finds necessary, in giving forth in song, in the harmonies of
same. Just as has been indicated through this channel for many, the entity will find
that there are the combinations of that ye call the scale - or those harmonies set to
the Ar-ar-r-r----e-e-e----ooo---mmm - that awaken within self the abilities of drawing
that love of the Father as shown to the children of men in the experiences of His
own, through their activities in the earth.
Hence we will find that to many, and to this entity specifically, the attempts even -
yea, the seeking for the harmonious expression - will bring that which only music
alone as set can span; that concept between the finite and the Infinite in its
relationships to those that seek to know His presence with them.
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1286-1, Female 30 (Model), 11/8/36
For, as has been indicated from the innate experience as well as from the longings
within, a home - HOME - with all its deeper, inner meanings, is a portion of the
entity's desire; to know, to experience, to have the "feel" of, to have the surroundings
of that implied by the word HOME! Is it any wonder then that in all of thy meditation,
Ohm - O-h-m-mmmmm has ever been, is ever a portion of that which raises self to
the highest influence and the highest vibrations throughout its whole being that may
be experienced by the entity?
Thus does it behoove the entity to find in those activities that which will bring about
in the experience that which will make HOME - HOME - as a REALITY; close to
nature. Not in the strife and turmoil, not in cities, not where there are the
surroundings of those forces that bespeak of the commercial life, but that as of
NATURE! That as was given by the entity then as the priestess of those peoples,
that made for the dedicating of their lives, that which would bring into the experience
of each soul its relationships to NATURE as it manifests itself in its defiance of, in its
laws with, in its beauties of, in its troubles with humankind; as it meets same in the
rain, the sun, the storm, the dew, the beauty of the sun and the moon and all the
glories of nature itself become rather as the song of the entity in its experience;
when the sons of God with the voices of the winds sang together of the heralding of
the glory of the noonday to the sons of God! That became as the chant of the entity
in that experience, in the name Tulu.
1770-2, Female 49 (Widow, former Concert Singer), 12/29/38
The entity then was among those who were close to the household of the King AND
the Priest; and yet with the banishments sorrows materially came.
With the return, and with the healing of the body for the greater activities, the entity
arose in its thought and power through its application especially in the Temple
Beautiful.
And from same comes that interest in harmony, and color - as does the sounding of
that as was the call from the station of the third position in the Temple Beautiful over
which the entity, as Omuna, presided - sound within self, - O-oooo-ah-m-mmm-u-
uuu-r-rrr-n--nn. [See 2072-10, page 56, on 7/22/42 giving the sounds as "Ah---aum,
see?"] These as they may be sounded within; not just the vocal box of the physical
but as they rise along the centers from the bodily forces to unite the activities, - the
entity may bring greater harmony within the experience, as it did to many through
the activities in that material sojourn.
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146-9, Male 15 (“abnormal”, deaf, epilepsy), 9/13/33

As to the applications in the present, we find that it would be the more helpful to
continue with the suggestions. And we find that these would be more effective if the
electrically driven vibrator is used at the five forty-five meditation (5:45 P.M.), for
fifteen minutes, over those centers from the 4th dorsal area to the base of the brain;
running it along both sides of the spine, first one side and then the other, and over
those centers directly, see? Also run it over the neck and the deeper portions in the
front part of neck, and to the upper portion of the area under the glands of the throat
also; using the bulb applicator (that is, the little ball - see?), and going deeper and
deeper gradually as the body is able to stand same. This will enable the body to
respond to vibrations that are set up.
During the period of meditation have the body (during the meditation and treatment
period) to continue as much as possible in sounding ar - r - r - r - r - r - see? [Chant.]
2584-1, Male 11 months (past life as Franz Liszt), 9/8/41
The entity was among the peoples from Atlantis, but was born and brought up in the
environs of the Egyptian experience.
And with the establishings of the activities for correlating the ideas and ideals
regarding the preparation of bodies for a material channel, for the service of
betterment of the kind or class or manner of worship of the peoples, and the
establishing of the physical activities in which individuals were engaged, - the entity
was among those who first set the chants of the various peoples to any form of
music. This thus made for that establishing in the Temple of Sacrifice of the chants
to which much of the activities were given; as well as, in the latter part of the entity's
activity, that establishing of the chants that aided in HEALING - and in bringing the
mental attributes of those who had determined to become as channels through
which there might be the spiritual expression in the Temple Beautiful.
Thus we find again the music added to the abilities as a healer, the ability as one to
direct.
2072-10, Female 32, 7/22/42 [Also see next section on Breathing Exercises, page 64]
(Q) What is the note of the musical scale to which I vibrate?

(A) As we have indicated, Ah - This is not R, but Ah - aum [A U M], see? These are
the sounds. Those that respond to the centers of the body, in opening the centers so
that the kundaline forces arise to that activity through those portions of the body.
Sound these, and ye will find them in thyself. They are the manners or ways of
seeking.
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For as ye have understood, if ye have read Him and His conversation with His
friends, His disciples as respecting John, - John was a great entity, none greater.
And yet the least in the kingdom of heaven was greater than he. What meaneth this
manner of speech?
They that have wisdom are great, they that have understanding as to the manner to
APPLY same for the good of self AND others, - not for self at the expense of others,
but for others, - are in the awareness of the kingdom.
Thus, as to the note of thy body, - is there always the response to just one? Yes. As
we have indicated oft, for this entity as well as others, there are certain notes to
which there is a response, but is it always the same? No more than thy moods or
thy tendencies, UNLESS ye have arisen to the understanding of perfect attunement.
When a violin or an instrument is attuned to harmony, is it out of tune when struck by

the same motion, the same activity? Does it bring forth the same sound?
So with thy body, thy mind, thy soul. It is dependent upon the tuning, - whether with
the infinite or with self, or with worldly wisdom. For these, to be sure, become the
mysteries of life to some, - the mysteries of attuning. What seek ye? Him, self, or
what?
He is within and beareth witness.
The tone, then, - find it in thyself, if ye would be enlightened. To give the tune or tone
as Do, Ah - aum - would mean little; unless there is the comprehending, the
understanding of that to which ye are attempting to attune, - in the spiritual, the
mental, the material.
There IS music in jazz, but is there perfect harmony in same?
There IS harmony in a symphony, as in the voices as attuned to the infinite - a spirit

and a body poured out in aid or the search for the soul.
There is no greater than that as may be expressed in that of, "O my son Absalom,
my son, my son Absalom! would God I had died for thee, O Absalom, my son, my
son!"
To what is this attuned? What IS the note there?

That as of the realization of the lack of training the mind of the son in the way of the
Lord, rather than in the knowledge of controlling individuals.
This, then, is indeed the way of harmony, the way of the pitch, the way of the tone. It
is best sounded by what it arouses in thee, - where, when, and under what
circumstance.
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1695-1, F 32 (Stenographer), 9/29/38
(Q) Do I have any special psychic ability, and if so how is the best way to use it?
(A) As indicated, especial psychic ability - and the way to develop same is in the
manner as indicated. Know that which MOVES the mental, the spiritual, the physical.
Do not confuse same, but through the intonations from kinds of music or colors ye
may attune thyself. But know to WHAT ye are ATTUNING! For even as the incense
in the holy of holies was not the power of God, but rather the attuning of the finite
mind to an infinite expression - be NOT overcome with the material expressions but
seek rather that as He hath given, "I will meet thee within thine own self."
238-2, F 43 (Housewife, Truth Student), 2/13/30
In the one before this we find in that period when divisions arose in the land known
now as Egypt. The entity was then among those who, after the settlements of those
divisions and the building up of the land, in the way of establishing man's
relationship with the divine, man's relationship with the fellow man - the entity was
among those who wrote the songs in that period, that were chanted and sung in the
temples then. Even in the varied temples that arose as destructive forces, the
entity's songs were chosen above those of others; giving much to the peoples in that
period of the understanding of the relationships of individual to individual, of
individual to the Creative forces as may be manifested in the various forms in
materialness. In the name Isunldxeol. In the present there is seen the imaginative
forces as are expressed from within, and those that are tinged with that which will
tend to bring to the inner vision of an individual an expression of beauty in the
Creative end. THIS is the forte, this is the being that may be developed in the
present.
317-4, M 42 (Headmaster, Boys' School), 4/21/33
In the one then before this, we find the entity was in that land now known as the
Egyptian; and during those periods when there were turmoils and strifes in the land.
When the divisions arose, the entity - then in the name Pat-arat - was given the
position as the bodyguard to the young king that was then in power. [Ra-Ta period]
The entity, with the return of the spiritual influences - after the turmoils and strife -
gained much during this experience, for the entity became then as a teacher for
those principles that were presented by the priest who was restored.
In the present will be found those special interests in the occult and the mystic
influences, that come in the experience of everyone that seeks through the higher
mental attributes of self. The entity may gain much in this direction, if these will be
adhered to rather through the occult or the mental than through the mystic influences
that come from chants, rites, or those of the alchemy activities.
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As to the abilities then of the entity in the present, and that to which it may attain -
and how:
As we have indicated through the various experiences of the entity in the earth's
plane, and those activities that are as urges from the planetary or spiritual sojourn,
when there is the adhering to the greater principles of the universal influence - rather
than of selfish desire - there comes rather that of the contentment, of the peace, of
the harmonious experiences of the sojourn.
In the present, then, the applications in those directions that may bring the
advancing of the spiritual influences in the lives of individuals with whom the entity
may be associated in the various ways or manners, will bring those of the satisfying
and contented influences.
For, He is in His holy temple; let the earth keep silence that those who join in making
for the awareness of the spirit of the One that came in power and might, yet lowly in
the material activities, may bring healing to the hearts of those that are weary, those
who are discontent, those who find the life's way hard through the earth's activities.
For, the glories of Him that said, "I will not leave thee comfortless, but will come to
thee" will QUICKEN the hearts of those that seek His face.
891-1, F 21 (Stenographer), 4/13/35
Before that we find the entity was in that now known as or called the Egyptian land,
during those periods when there were the establishings of associations and the
tenets of those laws being given out by the Priest Ra-Ta; in the activities as
associated with the assisting, the aiding of those that were sick in body, in mind;
those that were entangled in the desires of the animal man, that find their expression
so oft in the fires of life that make for passions that bring into the experience the
activity of the animal rather than of man.
The entity aided in the temple service, as also in the distribution of those tenets as
were gained much through the music of the period that aided individuals in raising in
themselves that which would make for a unity of purpose with the Creative Forces
that overcomes the material and the carnal forces in man.
In the name then Shem-Seaar, the entity gained throughout. And in the activities in
the present, if there is allowed oft the raising of self through the voice, through the
music, that bespeaks of praise - as in the chant to the celestial forces that may make
for an attuning of the inner self; these are WELL for the entity. For they bring that in
the experience even in this earth, even in the present, that which has stood the
entity - will stand the entity often - well in hand, to harken to same.
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1476-1, M 41 (Piano Teacher), 11/14/37
Before that we find the entity was in the land now called the Egyptian, but of those
peoples of the land to which the Priest had been banished.
And the entity returned with the Priest, becoming a part of those individual activities
when the separations were made into the hospitalizations, the schools of the various
characters, and the application in attempting to make song and dance a part of the
Temple Service.
The entity then, as El-ke-dun, was the first to combine the reeds and the lyre or the
stringed instruments as a combination for the songs of the Atlanteans, the Natives'
chant, the wild revelry of its own land, to arouse the emotions necessary for
concerted activity of the peoples.
Hence still may the entity find in its present experience that the arousing of such
natures and characters of emotions may become a part of the entity's activity; as the
chant of the warrior, as the chant for the dead, as the chant for those that were being
cleansed from impurities, as the chant for those who separated themselves for
definite work.
As to the abilities of the entity in the present, then, and that to which it may attain,
and how:
It may be seen from the sojourns given that the entity has the more often depended
upon not MERE circumstance but upon that as of a guiding force in its relationships
and activities to and with others.
Hence we find the inclination too oft is to belittle its own abilities.
But if the entity finds within self that answer to what has been said here as to its
ideal, and as to its attainment in same, then:
BOLDLY know that ye have arrived at that experience where, with the
consciousness of giving self in such ways and manners, thy service may bring hope
and help and the longings for constructive experiences.
And ye will find that as ye give, ye receive; as ye serve, ye become better and better
understood, better and better known.
But know, all must be - mentally, spiritually - CONSTRUCTIVE; so that the reactions
in the physical experiences of all may be for that hopefulness which is ever the cry of
the soul in its search for its relationships to its Maker.
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949-12, M 23 (Musician), 5/17/38
You will have before you the life existence in the earth plane of [949], born October
25, 1914, in New York City, and the earthly existence of this entity as a musician in
the Temple Beautiful of Egypt….
Hence we find, as there were those groups that arose from or who had passed
through the various phases of experience in the Temple of Sacrifice (as would be
termed, or the cleansing), they then began in the Temple Beautiful the preparation
for the channel through which all of beauty might be drawn in or to a greater activity.
So the entity may in the application of self in the present become as one who may
write, as one who may direct, as one who may play the character of music (that is
gradually coming into recognition) through which HEALING may be brought even to
diseased as well as dis-eased bodies.
There may be the vibrations by chords and characters of music in which there may
be assistance brought not only to the mentally deficient, the mentally twisted, the
mentally unbalanced, but to even those who have characters of natures of fevers - in
which there are humors within the body itself!
Thus may there again be the effect and the beauty of those things wrought during
that period of activity, through the efforts of the entity in following those things in
nature.
As there is the music of the spheres, there is indeed the music of the growing things
in nature. There is then the music of NATURE itself! There is the music of the
growth of the rose, of EVERY plant that bears color, of every one that opens its
blossom for the edification, for the sanctification even of the environs thereabout!
In the study and in the meditation of such, then, as it unfolds itself to the spiritual
awareness of the influences that may bear upon man in the present, the entity may
bring help to the many - individually oft; yea, to masses and to the groups of many
natures, through help of the very nature that was given during that experience.
How, you ask then, may the entity so attune self?
By looking on the beauty of a sunset, of a rose, of a lily, or any of those things in
nature, and - by the very nature of the mood that these create in self - arouse or
bring forth those melodies upon the instruments of the day; the piano, the organ, the
reed or even the stringed instruments; to express the nature of these as they
express themselves in their unfoldment.
And gradually may the entity so enter into the accord with same as to in self
ATTUNE self to that unfoldment, that beauty, that nature to which it adapts itself for
the healing forces necessary for man's awakening to his relationships to the Creative
Forces. (continued on the next page)
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As the entity advanced through that experience, greater and greater became the
activities. For the entity gained throughout that experience or sojourn. And as there
were the preparations for the varied activities of the peoples as a nation, the entity
developed that which later became the chant which to many would drive away what
was called the evil eye, the evil influence. And, with their variations, many of those
incantations of the savages of today, many of the beautiful martial pieces of music,
many of the beautiful waltzes that give the rhythm to the body, many of the various
characters of music used today have arisen from the efforts of THIS entity. Yet
many, of course, were added to, many were defamed, many were carried into
various forces not intended in the beginning.
But the entity in the present may enter into that manner of expression in music which
will BEST bring HEALING and strength to the body, to the desires towards spiritual
things.
THESE be the channels through which the entity may gain the most.
The entity lived to be a ripe old age, for with the regenerations of the Priest - these
were brought in greater part by those activities of the entity itself in making for those
incantations which raised the influences of the spiritual forces above the secular or
the material things.
Thus the entity lived to be what would be called today the years of two hundred and
fifty-four (254).
Hence many of those of many lands, in their various phases for their own
undertakings, drew from the efforts of the entity in that experience.
267-1, F 37 (Housewife), 2/10/33
(Q) Outline in detail how I could go about the development of self to make this
possible in the highest manner?
(A) By meditation and prayer in the name of that held as highest to the influences to
the Throne itself; for in the TRAINING of the inner self may those ATTUNEMENTS
come - even as there is seen manifested in the mental experience those
intonations that make for the influences upon the impulses, the influences upon the
inner life, are controlled by the gentler, the more delicate tones, rather than the
harsh.
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Extracts on Breathing Exercises
369-10, F 27, 7/3/33

(Q) What breathing exercises would be best for me?
(A) Those that SHOULD be the activity to every well-balanced body. Morning and
evening exercises with the full and deep inhalation, and quick exhalation from the
lungs; breathing in through the nostrils and exhaling through the mouth quickly.
816-12, M 57, 1/13/41

(Q) The Rosicrucians recommend as a health measure that individuals take each
day a few deep breaths and hold the breath 45 to 60 seconds. Is such breathing
helpful or injurious to me?
(A) To this body, as we find, this would be rather strenuous. If the body were one
that took more violent exercise, physically, it might not be bad. But the greater
exercise of the body here is of the MENTAL self.
Consequently, THIS character of exercise, as we find, would prove the more
beneficial: Each morning - for at least fifteen movements - take this exercise before
an open window, or where there is plenty of fresh air; this before the shoes or
clothing are put on, of course.
Breathe in deeply. As the body breathes in, gradually rise on toes, and also
raising the hands slowly until they come directly level with the body, - that is, with the
arm position, you see.
Then, as slowly, gradually exhale, and gradually relax the body, by going down
ON the flat position of the feet and the hands by the side.
Each evening, before retiring, take THIS exercise - with plenty of fresh air.
Breathe in deeply, with the body sitting erect on the floor. Gradually arise,
pulling feet - first one, then the other - gradually UNDER the body, see? This would
be as to bring the body then to a standing position, with the body bent toward the
floor. Then gradually raise the body, exhaling as it rises from the position of the head
toward the floor, see?
Do this for five or six times in the beginning, and gradually work to at least
fifteen times.
About once a week take THIS exercise of evening, instead of the rising from
the floor: Brace the feet against the wall, with the body upon the hands. Do not
allow the torso to touch the floor, and circle the body for some two or three
movements, to the right and then to the left. This is most strenuous, but will keep the
abdomen muscles (as they are developed) in a most excellent position, and relax
that portion of the nervous system that is so exercised by high MENTAL exercise,
see?
These would be better than the attempting to hold the breath, merely. While the
holding of breath is good, it is indicated more for those who take violent PHYSICAL
exercise then for those who do violent mental exercise, as with this body.
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2072-5, F 31, 7/23/41 Hypothyroidism

(Q) Alternate breathing, cleansing breath, etc., have seemed beneficial to the body
and health when pursued. Please explain the use of breathing and its purifying
qualities.
(A) These are well when there are NOT physical hindrances to their more perfect
activity. That help has been obtained when there are already obstructions indicates
the greater benefit that might be had IF there were the normal flow of impulse from
glands and nerve centers raised by activities of breathing.
Breath is the life-blood cleansing of the body, normally - see? For, there are
the needs for the combination of the gases as inhaled to act upon the purifying of the
system. And these are well, if done properly.
In the present, though, we would only take the breathing exercise that so fills
the lungs that there is a full equalizing or energizing or the blood-purifying area
there. This would be, then: At full height or stature, preferably with few or no
clothing on, with plenty of fresh air, - inhale deeply through the right nostril. First it
would require closing, or a pressure on the left - but attain to that ability to purify by
breathing ONLY through the right nostril. Hold it as long as possible and gradually
rise on the toes, as this is taken in, raising the arms to fill the chest more. Then
exhale, not too suddenly - but suddenly - through the mouth. Do this for at least
three times.
Then rest five minutes.
Then repeat same, this time through the left nostril. And when there is the
raising of the body-structural force by the intake, turn slowly from the waist up, so as
to allow those areas of the body - that have been hindered - to be purified by the
oxygen, which is the most of the gases taken, as well as the others, to affect or be
active to the body.
Do this regularly, say at least three times each week.
These would be the beneficial breathing exercises UNDER the existent
conditions. As those pressures are removed from the cervical areas, and through the
lower portion of the dorsal and lumbar, these may be altered by DIRECTION of
breath - as well as position of body. But DO NOT do these until such mechanical
corrections are made. The ones indicated, do.
(Q) What do you mean by turning slowly from the waist up?
(A) That is, turn to the left - not moving the feet, but swinging the body around - AS
the inhalation is taken, for the LEFT nostril only.
13-1, M 58, 11/29/22

. . . there has been a shock to this nervous system that has produced a fear
within the body . . . and a dissatisfaction to the mental forces has worked a hardship
. . . and the body began to suffer from a nervous digestion….
The body does not breathe deep enough to give the proper reaction to the
body, then it, the body, should practice more than it does at present, taking deep
breathing exercises early of a mornings before an open window.
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295-5, F 28, 9/14/31 Spinal Subluxations
Conditions in many ways, PHYSICALLY, are improved in this body. WE will find
that were a specific exercise taken [head and neck exercise and others], with at
least once to three times each week a thorough VIBRATION over the cerebro-spinal
system with the electrically driven vibrator - Don't worry, and eat plenty (that is
assimilated), the conditions should be continuing on the improve….
(Q) What was the cause of the body's apparent set-back during the past week?
(A) Worry. DON'T worry?
(Q) Is swimming good for the body?

(A) In moderation. Too much of anything isn't good for ANYBODY, nor for this
body!...
(Q) How long should the period of exercises last?

(A) Three to four years!
(Q) I mean at a time?

(A) Fifteen to twenty minutes. Don't OVER tire the body, nor don't underdo it - take it
with a definite purpose NOT JUST to be going through with same!
(Q) Would the breathing exercises outlined by Dr. Bisey be of help? [Sunker A.
Bisey, East Indian Scientist]
(A) Dependent upon what the body is desiring to DO with itself! Breathing exercises
are always well. It is ALMOST an impossibility for one to take exercises, as has
been outlined, without taking breathing exercise. That as is DEMANDED of the body
from taking this kind or character of exercise is the best. If there are SPECIFIC
conditions to be met, or to be applied for - or to in the body, these may be done -
under different conditions. We are reaching them in another manner. Follow THESE
exercises we have given.
989-1, F 31, 8/7/35
In the functioning of the ORGANS themselves, we find….

Disturbances in the sensory organism are indicated at periods, from a
subluxation in the 3rd and 4th cervical area.
In the bronchi, lungs and larynx there is a disturbed circulation, as we have
given….
In the digestive area, as indicated, there are disturbances at times through the
assimilations - or in the lacteal ducts; as produced by sympathetic conditions
through the nerve forces from a colon disorder that arose from an intestinal flu, or
intestinal congestion. This makes for the nausea or those disturbances with the
congestion that at times arises…. (continued on the next page)
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As we find, the meeting not only of the physical forces but to produce and bring
about the greater abilities in the mental attitude, would be through the breathing
exercises; or the nature of STRETCHING exercise taken WITH the breathing that
would make for keeping the body more near normal, increasing those necessary
influences for the overcoming of the tendencies in the body for those disturbances
indicated.
Such an exercise would be that described as the STRETCHING of the arms,
the lower limbs, with the intake and the sudden exhale from the lungs themselves;
that not only purifies the activity of the source of energizing - or the energies for the
blood supply - but alleviates those tendencies for the pressures that are indicated in
the cervical areas.
We would keep this a little of morning and a little in the evening before retiring.
The body-activities should be such as to keep the cleansing of the colon;
through the use of enemas that are necessary at times to remove the congestions
through the colon area. Such a colonic irrigation once a month, or the like, will
remove those influences that tend to make for toxic conditions throughout the
system.
These, as we find, will bring the near normal conditions for this body.
(Q) Should I have an operation on my nose?

(A) As we find, if the head and neck exercises are taken, with the stretchings, these
conditions would be greatly reduced. It may become necessary for an operation, but
we would not have same until there have been at least three to six weeks of a
CONCERTED activity in those stretching and breathing exercises.
In the breathing exercises, hold first one side of the nostril and inhale through
the right side, you see; expelling when there has been taken all the breath that may
be with the bending exercises and stretching, see? and exhaling through the left
nostril. This will make for a flow of the blood and the activities set up by the
exercises so that drainage there will make for greater improvements; and, as we
find, the whole condition may be relieved.
Keep your diet more alkalin-reacting.
(Q) How about my complexion at the present time?

(A) As indicated, there are disturbances in the circulation to the superficial activities.
So, spots are caused - as indicated - where the poor circulation passes through
portions of the system, or tends to make for those disturbances.
The exercises and breathings, as indicated, will change this Materially….
(Q) How can I control my nerves better?

(A) As indicated, there are specific centers that make for disturbing factors to the
nerves; those from the cervical area, where a subluxation exists, where the
stretching - rather than massage or correction of that nature - would change the
positions, you see, that leave a nerve tension.
Also, as indicated, there are those conditions in the colon area that make for
toxic forces in the system.
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The stretching, the breathing, and - most of all for this (the control of the
nerves) - the colonic irrigations will relieve these tensions.
Thus we will find the body RESTING better; more pep, vim and vitality
throughout!
Do those, in that manner.
Stretch like the cat would; arms above the head, one arm high the other
holding - of course - the side of the nostril; bend to that side, bend through the arms;
through the upper portion of the spine, then through those along the lower portion.
This will make for more symmetrical activities, more rhythm, and be more in
line with the general activity of the body.
While there is a great deal of body movement and activity, these DO NOT
bring into play the muscles and the nerve tendons that are taut in portions of the
body, as would these stretching and breathing exercises - which, in combination, will
overcome these conditions.
And keep the mental body in a constructive manner. Let all of thine activities
be imbued with the spirit of helpful, hopeful purposefulness in every way. And you
will find greater possibilities, greater opportunities. For much is before this body in its
opportunities.
1523-2, F 29, 2/10/38 Sinusitis and Pelvic disorder
For the disturbances that have for considerable periods at various times
disturbed the body through the soft tissue in face, antrum and especially in the nasal
passages, as combined with the circulation that has been disturbed by the use of
influences to deaden the activity of the nerve system, we would take rather specific
exercises - and breathing exercises - of the nature as may be given here.
These as we find would not only make for the relieving of the tendencies that
occur there at times, but will aid in re-oxidizing the whole of the circulation in such a
manner as to make for a revivifying and re-ionizing of the whole nervous systems;
thus will bring back more body-vitality to the activities of the bodily forces
themselves; and less of the tendency to become so easily tired by mental or physical
activities of the body.
And this will aid - with this character of exercise - to strengthen the muscular
forces of the abdominal area.
Then if this congestion is entirely relieved, by keeping to the activities
indicated, those tendencies for adhesions and for the lesions that form through the
operative forces will be aided through the increased circulation as to also bring the
nearer to normal activities of the body; making for better position of the organs of the
pelvis, making for better assimilations and activities throughout the bodily forces
themselves.
The exercises as we find that would be indicated for this body are not to be
taken just occasionally, but should be used in a systematic, consistent and
persistent manner for at least periods of three to four weeks; then there may be a
rest period from same for a week to ten days, and then be revived again.
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But as we find, if these are CONSISTENTLY kept, there will be such an

exuberance or the reaction will be such that the body will desire to keep them the
more often.
Of morning, and upon arising especially (and don't sleep too late!) - and
before dressing, so that the clothing is loose or the fewer the better - standing erect
before an open window, breathe deeply; gradually raising hands ABOVE the head,
and then with the circular motion of the body from the hips bend forward; breathing
IN (and through the nostrils) as the body rises on the toes - breathing very deep;
EXHALING SUDDENLY through the MOUTH; NOT through the nasal passages.
Take these for five to six minutes. Then as these progress, gradually CLOSE one of
the nostrils (even if it's necessary to use the hand - but if it is closed with the left
hand, raise the right hand; and when closing the right nostril with the right hand, then
raise the left hand) AS the breathing IN is accomplished. Rise, and the circular
motion of the body from the hips, and bending forward; EXPELLING as the body
reaches the lowest level in the bending towards the floor (expelling through the
mouth, suddenly). See?
Then of an evening, just before retiring - with the feet braced against the wall,
circle the torso by resting on the hands. Raise and lower the body not merely by the
hands but more from the torso, and with more of a circular motion of the pelvic
organs to strengthen the muscular forces of the abdomen. Not such an activity as to
cause strain, but a gentle, circular motion to the right two to three times, and then to
the left.
Take these exercises night and morning; the standing and the bending and
circling with the breathing of a morning; the circular motion of the pelvis and the
torso of the body with the feet braced, using the hands, of an evening; doing these,
of course, with the clothing loose or removed, so that there are the full movements.
And then keep the eliminations well - by the diets and by the activities that
may bring about the full eliminations and we may bring to normal conditions this
body.
1523-5, F 29 (same person), 5/23/38
(Q) Should breathing exercises be continued indefinitely?

(A) Only as they are necessary. As has been indicated for the body, there is not
sufficient of the vital forces through the assimilating system. These may be
strengthened or added by the compound indicated for the assimilation, and may be
distributed through stimulating the glandular system by the removal of pressures
osteopathically as indicated - or the stimulating impulses thusly for circulation.
Then as it is a portion of the body's natural development for exercise AND
character of breathing, these would become naturally a part of the routine. Not just
as rote, but to produce definite results in the physical forces of the body.
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1523-17, F 35 (same person), 12/29/43
(Q) Please suggest corrective measures for occasional pain in left side.
(A) What have we been doing! All of these symptoms are associated one with the
other; and if there is brought about better accord, better coordinating through the
system, those tensions will be removed that cause these disturbances. Do that.
Would breathing exercise for re-ionizing the system together with the head and
neck exercise be well at this time?
Not until we get the body coordinating better physically and physically-
mentally. Then these exercises would be very well, to keep the activity in body.
2533-3, M 37, 5/26/42
(Q) Give instructions whereby I will keep myself in good health through Mind-Power
now latent in self.
(A) By keeping an equal balance in the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of the
body-functioning. To be sure, it is necessary for normal physical functioning. It is
necessary for normal physical reactions, or the exercise as well as relaxation in
same. The same should apply also to the mental, and also to the spiritual aspects.
For, they are one. But keep a normal balance, not being an extremist in any
direction, - whether in diet, exercise, spirituality or morality, - but in all let there be a
coordinant influence. For, every phase of the physical, mental and spiritual life is
dependent upon the other. They are one, as the Father-God is one.
(Q) What exercises of mind and body are best to increase my

energy and capacity for work?
(A) Keeping, as just indicated, an increase - or by learning something every day.
This doesn't mean as knowledge alone, not to be applied, but APPLY that you know
already!
(Q) Outline breathing exercises best for purifying the body.

(A) Three to five minutes of morning and evening - before an open window, of
course - that of rising on the toes with the hands gradually raised above the head at
the same time, breathing in deeply. The better way is to breathe first through one
nostril, then the other, but this is not easily done - in the beginning. This is the best
exercise that may be taken by most any body. For this is not only an exercise of the
respiratory system but of all the muscular forces. Watch a cat or a tiger as it
stretches. That is the exercise for the muscular forces.
If there is the attempt to vary the breathing from the right to the left nostril,
keep same balanced. The left nostril is the spiritual, or the easing; the right nostril is
the strength. So keep 'em balanced! Don't get too much strength - that is, don't get
more physical strength than you are able to keep balanced through the system. Two
to three times through each nostril is the better way, for the expansion of the lungs
and for the purifying of circulation by same. Breathe IN through the nostril, OUT
through the mouth - when taking such exercise.
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(Q) What is disease and the purpose of the germs produced; as example, my throat
and gums?
(A) Disease arises from, first, dis-ease - as a normalcy that IS existent and yet
becomes unbalanced. Disease is, or dis-ease is, a state at variance to the ideal or
first cause or first principle. Then, in its final analysis, disease might be called sin. It
is necessary to keep a balance.
And those who are in a material world are naturally subject to, and in contact
with, sin. Thus the individual entity or soul-entity is to meet, to come in contact with,
to overcome, to subdue same. For, what is the first premise? "Be fruitful, multiply,
but SUBDUE the earth."
Then, dis-ease is of the earth-earthy.
(Q) Any suggestions for the gums, teeth and throat?

(A) The use of Ipsab would be well, but this exercise will change much of these
conditions - with the kind of breathing exercise indicated.
1158-17, F 48, 6/10/38 Menopause
(Q) Should I take any more osteopathic treatments this June?

(A) These may be discontinued in the present, if there are those breathing exercises
kept - that have been a part of another program.
1158-19, F 48 (same person), 12/11/38
(Q) Please describe in detail the breathing exercises you mentioned I should follow,
in the June 10, 1938 Reading?
(A) This as we find is the extension of the limbs and the arms as the body rises for
the intake of the oxygen of a morning. This begins by the gradual raising of the
hands far above the head and a bit forward. Gradually arising upon the toes, and
this of course is preferable with just the toes, - not with shoes on or the like, unless
those that are very soft for such an activity. As the body rises there should be the
deep intake into the lungs. And as the body gradually goes back upon the ball of the
foot and the heel, exhale. Well that there be the practise also of the inhaling for
Strength through the right nostril, and exhaling through the mouth; as well, for the
Spiritual, inhaling through the left nostril, exhaling through the mouth. This, of
course, would be separate from the BODY exercises and limb exercise as the deep
breaths are taken.
1158-31, F 51 (same person), 8/31/41
(Q) Would breathing exercises help balance my metabolism?
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(A) Breathing exercises of some natures are VERY good. Some others, for this body
as for many people, would not be good.
Mornings, it is better that these be the enlivening exercises of breathing. When
arising of morning, open the lungs for fresh air - not too many clothing on. Breathe in
deeply through the right nostril, gently rising on the toes, with the arms gradually
extended and raised. This purifies the body. Do this three to four times. One then
dismisses ALL of the carbon dioxide from the lungs and fills them with fresh air,
unless - of course - one is breathing dust or pollen or some other disturbing factor;
but this is presupposing that the body is breathing fresh air, see?
Evenings - before retiring - the inhalations would be to EMPTY the lungs.
These exercises would be more of the bending nature. So, when the body is tired is
the time to use the bending (while when ready to be enlivened of morning, OPEN
the whole lungs and body to the fresh air). These would be good breathing exercises
for this body, as well as any other body.
The bending exercises would be standing erect and bending forward. Then the
stooping and bending forward, see, emptying the body.
304-3, M 69, 4/2/23 Asthma [Cured]
The vibrations and the exercises for the body are good and, as often as possible, the
body should take same with the suggestion to self or self control over the physical
conditions, especially, the exercise that will expand the lungs, raising the body at the
same time to tiptoes as much as possible, arms extended at right angle from the
body.
849-76, M 37, 5/29/44
(Q) Would breathing exercises such as those outlined in Dr. Cannon's book,
SLEEPING THROUGH SPACE help the body now?
(A) These will not be well for this body until there are some changes. These require
the activities that would become too much of a set rule of the mental, and the body is
a heap bigger in its mind than Cannon's suggestions. [Dr. Alexander Cannon]
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INDEX OF READING 281-13
Bible: Books Of: I Corinthians 6: 19 Par. 14

: I Corinthians 11: 24--25 Par. 27
: Exodus 19: 10--11 Par. 18
: Exodus 32: 29 Par. 18
: John 4: 32 Par. 26
: John 4: 34 Par. 26
: John 6: 20 Par. 27
: John 6: 53--56 Par. 27
: Luke 18: 9--14 Par. 5--8
: Luke 22: 19--20 Par. 27
: Mark 6: 50 Par. 27
: Mark 14: 22--24 Par. 27
: Matthew 20: 22--23 Par. 27
: Matthew 26: 26--28 Par. 27
Christ Par. 12--14
Exercise: Breathing: Meditation Par. 23
Glands: Kundalini: Meditation Par. 13
Ideals Par. 12--14
Individuality & Personality: Meditation Par. 11
Meditation: Definition Par. 3, 9, 26, R3

: Experiences: E.C. Par. R2
: Preparation Par. 17--20
Prayer: Definition Par. 3--8, 26
WORK: E.C.: GROUPS: PRAYER

: Quotations & Similes:
"Holy of Holies" Par. 23
"Thoughts Are Things" Par. 20
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BACKGROUND OF READING 281-13

B1. Subject of 281-13 - "Glad Helpers."
TEXT OF READING 281-13

Beach, Virginia, this 19th day of November, 1932, in accordance with request made
by Edgar Cayce himself.
PRESENT
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mildred Davis, H. L.
and L. B. Cayce.
READING
Time of Reading 11: 45 to 12: 30 P. M.
1. GC: You will have before you the psychic work of Edgar Cayce, present in this
room, the information that has been and is being given from time to time, especially
that regarding meditation and prayer. You will give, in a clear, concise,
understandable manner just how an individual may meditate, or pray, without the
effort disturbing the mental or physical body. If this can be given in a general
manner, outline it for us. If it is necessary to be outlined for specific individuals, you
will tell us how individuals may attain to the understanding necessary for such
experiences not to be detrimental to them.
2. EC: Yes, we have the work, the information that has been and that maybe given
from time to time; especially that in reference to meditation and prayer.
3. First, in considering such, it would be well to analyze that difference (that is not
always understood) between meditation and prayer.
4. As it has been defined or given in an illustrated manner by the Great Teacher,
prayer is the MAKING of one's conscious self more in attune with the spiritual forces
that may manifest in a material world, and is ORDINARILY given as a
COOPERATIVE experience of MANY individuals when all are asked to come in one
accord and one mind; or, as was illustrated by:
5. Be not as the Pharisees, who love to be seen of men, who make long dissertation
or prayer to be heard of men. They IMMEDIATELY have their reward in the physical-
mental mind.
6. Be rather as he that entered the temple and not so much as lifting his eyes, smote
his breast and said, "God be merciful to me a sinner!"
7. Which man was justified, this man or he that stood to be seen of men and thanked
God he was not as other men, that he paid his tithes, that he did the services
required in the temple, that he stood in awe of no one, he was not even as this
heathen who in an uncouth manner, not with washed hands, not with shaven face
attempted to reach the throne of grace?
8. Here we have drawn for us a comparison in prayer: That which may be the
pouring out of the personality of the individual, or a group who enter in for the
purpose of either outward show to be seen of men; or that enter in even as in the
closet of one's inner self and pours out self that the inner man may be filled with the
Spirit of the Father in His merciful kindness to men.
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9. Now draw the comparisons for meditation: Meditation, then, is prayer, but is
prayer from WITHIN the INNER self, and partakes not only of the physical inner man
but the soul that is aroused by the spirit of man from within.
10. Well, that we consider this from INDIVIDUAL interpretation, as well as from
group interpretation; or individual meditation and group meditation.
11. As has been given, there are DEFINITE conditions that arise from within the
inner man when an individual enters into true or deep meditation. A physical
condition happens, a physical activity takes place! Acting through what? Through
that man has chosen to call the imaginative or the impulsive, and the sources of
impulse are aroused by the shutting out of thought pertaining to activities or
attributes of the carnal forces of man. That is true whether we are considering it from
the group standpoint or the individual. Then, changes naturally take place when
there is the arousing of that stimuli WITHIN the individual that has within it the seat
of the soul's dwelling, within the individual body of the entity or man, and then this
partakes of the individuality rather than the personality.
12. If there has been set the mark (mark meaning here the image that is raised by
the individual in its imaginative and impulse force) such that it takes the form of the
ideal the individual is holding as its standard to be raised to, within the individual as
well as to all forces and powers that are magnified or to be magnified in the world
from without, THEN the individual (or the image) bears the mark of the Lamb, or the
Christ, or the Holy One, or the Son, or any of the names we may have given to that
which ENABLES the individual to enter THROUGH IT into the very presence of that
which is the creative force from within itself - see?
13. Some have so overshadowed themselves by abuses of the mental attributes of
the body as to make scars, rather than the mark, so that only an imperfect image
may be raised within themselves that may rise no higher than the arousing of the
carnal desires within the individual body. We are speaking individually, of course; we
haven't raised it to where it may be disseminated, for remember it rises from the
glands known in the body as the lyden, or to the lyden [Leydig] and through the
reproductive forces themselves, which are the very essence of Life itself within an
individual - see? for these functionings never reach that position or place that they
do not continue to secrete that which makes for virility to an individual physical body.
Now we are speaking of conditions from without and from within!
14. The spirit and the soul is within its encasement, or its temple within the body of
the individual - see? With the arousing then of this image, it rises along that which is
known as the Appian Way, or the pineal center, to the base of the BRAIN, that it may
be disseminated to those centers that give activity to the whole of the mental and
physical being. It rises then to the hidden eye in the center of the brain system, or is
felt in the forefront of the head, or in the place just above the real face - or bridge of
nose, see?
15. Do not be confused by the terms that we are necessarily using to give the exact
location of the activities of these conditions within the individuals, that we may make
this clarified for individuals.
16. When an individual then enters into deep meditation:
17. It has been found throughout the ages (INDIVIDUALS have found) that self-
preparation (to THEM) is necessary. To some it is necessary that the body be
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cleansed with pure water, that certain types of breathing are taken, that there may
be an even balance in the whole of the respiratory system, that the circulation
becomes normal in its flow through the body, that certain or definite odors produce
those conditions (or are conducive to producing of conditions) that allay or stimulate
the activity of portions of the system, that the more carnal or more material sources
are laid aside, or the whole of the body is PURIFIED so that the purity of thought as
it rises has less to work against in its dissemination of that it brings to the whole of
the system, in its rising through the whole of these centers, stations or places along
the body. To be sure, these are conducive; as are also certain incantations, as a
drone of certain sounds, as the tolling of certain tones, bells, cymbals, drums, or
various kinds of skins. Though we may as higher thought individuals find some fault
with those called savages, they produce or arouse or bring within themselves - just
as we have known, do know, that there may be raised through the battle-cry, there
may be raised through the using of certain words or things, the passion or the thirst
for destructive forces. Just the same may there be raised, not sedative to these but a
CLEANSING of the body.
18. "Consecrate yourselves this day that ye may on the morrow present yourselves
before the Lord that He may speak through YOU!" is not amiss. So, to ALL there
may be given:
19. FIND that which is to YOURSELF the more certain way to your consciousness of
PURIFYING body and mind, before ye attempt to enter into the meditation as to
raise the image of that through which ye are seeking to know the will or the activity
of the Creative Forces; for ye are RAISING in meditation actual CREATION taking
place within the inner self!
20. When one has found that which to self cleanses the body, whether from the
keeping away from certain foods or from certain associations (either man or
woman), or from those thoughts and activities that would hinder that which is to be
raised from FINDING its full measure of expression in the INNER man (INNER man,
or inner individual, man or woman, meaning in this sense those radial senses from
which, or centers from which all the physical organs, the mental organs, receive their
stimuli for activity), we readily see how, then, IN meditation (when one has so
purified self) that HEALING OF EVERY kind and nature may be disseminated on the
wings of thought, that are so much a thing - and so little considered by the tongue
that speaks without taking into consideration what may be the end thereof!
21. Now, when one has cleansed self, in whatever manner it may be, there may be
no fear that it will become so overpowering that it will cause any physical or mental
disorder. It is WITHOUT the cleansing that entering any such finds ANY type or form
of disaster, or of pain, or of any dis-ease of any nature. It is when the thoughts, then,
or when the cleansings of GROUP meditations are conflicting that such meditations
call on the higher forces raised within self for manifestations and bring those
conditions that either draw one closer to another or make for that which shadows
[shatters?] much in the experiences of others; hence short group meditations with a
CENTRAL thought around some individual idea, or either in words, incantations, or
by following the speech of one sincere in abilities, efforts or desires to raise a
cooperative activity IN the minds, would be the better.
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22. Then, as one formula - not the only one, to be sure - for an individual that would
enter into meditation for self, for others:
23. Cleanse the body with pure water. Sit or lie in an easy position, without binding
garments about the body. Breathe in through the right nostril three times, and exhale
through the mouth. Breathe in three times through the left nostril and exhale through
the right. Then, either with the aid of a low music, or the incantation of that which
carries self deeper - deeper - to the seeing, feeling, experiencing of that image in the
creative forces of love, enter into the Holy of Holies. As self feels or experiences the
raising of this, see it disseminated through the INNER eye (not the carnal eye) to
that which will bring the greater understanding in meeting every condition in the
experience of the body. Then listen to the music that is made as each center of thine
own body responds to that new creative force that little by little this entering in will
enable self to renew all that is necessary - in Him.
24. First, CLEANSE the room; cleanse the body; cleanse the surroundings, in
thought, in act! Approach not the inner man, or the inner self, with a grudge or an
unkind thought held against ANY man! or do so to thine own undoing sooner or later!
25. Prayer and meditation:
26. Prayer is the concerted effort of the physical consciousness to become attuned
to the consciousness of the Creator, either collectively or individually! MEDITATION
is EMPTYING self of all that hinders the creative forces from rising along the natural
channels of the physical man to be disseminated through those centers and sources
that create the activities of the physical, the mental, the spiritual man; properly done
must make one STRONGER mentally, physically, for has it not been given? He
went in the strength of that meat received for many days? Was it not given by Him
who has shown us the Way, "I have had meat that ye know not of"? As we give out,
so does the WHOLE of man - physically and mentally become depleted, yet in
entering into the silence, entering into the silence in meditation, with a clean hand, a
clean body, a clean mind, we may receive that strength and power that fits each
individual, each soul, for a greater activity in this material world.
27. "Be not afraid, it is I." Be sure it is Him we worship that we raise in our inner
selves for the dissemination; for, as He gave, "Ye must eat of my BODY; ye must
drink of MY blood." Raising then in the inner self that image of the Christ, love of the
God-Consciousness, is MAKING the body so cleansed as to be barred against all
powers that would in any manner hinder.
28. Be thou CLEAN, in Him.
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What is yoga, chanting and breathing exercises?

What is yoga, chanting and breathing exercises?

What are some case studies mentioned regarding yoga breathing?

What are some case studies mentioned regarding yoga breathing?

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YOGA, CHANTING, AND BREATHING EXERCISES

Edgar Cayce Readings Copyrighted by

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Yoga, Chanting and Breathing Exercises*

B. Case Studies from the Readings on Yoga breathing:

2. Reading # 283-1, 46-year-old woman 16

3. Reading # 288-40, 30-year-old woman (aftereffects) 20

4. Reading # 603-3, 34-year-old woman (not recommended) 22

5. Reading # 813-2, 49-year-old woman 28

6. Reading # 903-24, 34-year-old woman, 11/23/36 (and meditation) 34

7. Reading # 903-33, same woman, 5/31/42 37

8. Reading # 1861-10, 35-year-old man (not recommended) 41

9. Reading # 2475-1, 44-year-old man (in depth) 45

10. Reading # 5028-1, 31-year-old woman (not recommended) 49

C. Extracts on Chanting and Intonation for Attunement 51

D. Extracts on Breathing Exercises (General) 63

E. Preparing for Meditation with Breath and Tones:

* Please note topics may overlap (continued on the next page)

Books and DVD’s:

Extracts from the Readings on Yoga

2475-1, Male 44 (Physics Research Director), 3/27/41

257-149, Male 42 (Sales Manager), 5/25/35

(Q) Is the body ready for meditation as suggested by Dr. Thind?

1703-2, Female 51, 12/12/38

1597-1, Male 31 (Advertising Writer), 5/27/38

(Q) Should I marry and if so about what time would be best?

2438-1, Female 39 (Hairdresser), 1/20/41

5162-1, Male 45 (Business Administrator), 5/27/44

As we find, there is rather the complication of disturbances. These have been

INDEX OF READING 275-45 F 25

Glands: Mammary: Obesity: Bust Par. 8-A

Suggestive Therapeutics Par. 6-A

Vibrations: Healing Par. 6-A, 12-A, 18-A

BACKGROUND OF READING 275-45 F 25

TEXT OF READING 275-45 F 25

11. (Q) What kind of fruit juice is best upon rising?

(A) It's preferable for the body.

REPORTS OF READING 275-45 F 25

INDEX OF READING 283-1 F 46

Dentistry: Surgery Par. 21-A

Digestion: Indigestion: Tumors Par. 8

Electrotherapy: Violet Ray: Cysts Par. 15

Exercise: Breathing: Yoga Par. 23-A

Eyes: Glasses: Unnecessary Par. 22-A

Muscles: Tight: Tumors Par. 11, 17

Neuralgia: Tumors: Abdomen Par. 9

PELVIC DISORDERS: TUMORS

Physiotherapy: Douches: Glyco-Thymoline: Cysts Par. 15

Prophecy: Prognosis: Tumors Par. 19-A

Surgery: Preventive: Tumors Par. 9, 10

Teeth: Tonsils Par. 20-A, 21-A