Editing Edgar Cayce (section)

===Arthur Lammers and Ohio period===
Arthur Lammers, a wealthy printer and student of [[metaphysics]], persuaded Cayce to give readings on philosophical subjects in 1923.{{sfn|Sugrue|2003|page=238}} He told Cayce that in his trance state, he spoke about Lammers' past lives and [[reincarnation]] (in which Lammers believed). Reincarnation was a popular contemporary subject, but is not an accepted part of Christian doctrine. Because of this, Cayce questioned his stenographer about what he said in his trance state and remained unconvinced. He challenged Lammers' statement that he had validated [[astrology]] and reincarnation:

:Cayce: I said all that?&nbsp;... I couldn't have said all that in one reading.
:Lammers: No. But you confirmed it. You see, I have been studying metaphysics for years, and I was able by a few questions, by the facts you gave, to check what is right and what is wrong with a whole lot of the stuff I've been reading. The important thing is that the basic system which runs through all the religions, is backed up by you.{{sfn|Sugrue|2003|pages=237–238}}
Cayce's stenographer recorded the following:

:In this we see the plan of development of those individuals set upon this plane, meaning the ability to enter again into the presence of the Creator and become a full part of that creation.
:Insofar as this entity is concerned, this is the third appearance on this plane, and before this one, as the monk. We see glimpses in the life of the entity now as were shown in the monk, in this mode of living. The body is only the vehicle ever of that spirit and soul that waft through all times and ever remain the same.

Cayce was unconvinced that he had been referring to reincarnation, but Lammers believed that the reading "open[ed] up the door" and continued to share his beliefs and knowledge with him.{{sfn|Sugrue|2003|page=240}} Lammers seemed intent upon convincing Cayce, because he felt that the reading confirmed his own strongly-held beliefs.{{sfn|Sugrue|2003|page=241}}

Lammers asked Cayce to come to Dayton, Ohio to pursue metaphysical truth via the readings, and Cayce eventually agreed. Cayce produced considerable metaphysical information in Dayton, which he tried to reconcile with Christianity.{{sfn|Sugrue|2003|pages=234–242}}

Lammers, who wanted to determine the purpose of Cayce's clairvoyant readings, wanted to put up money for an organization supporting Cayce's healing methods. Cayce decided to accept the work, and asked his family to join him in Dayton as soon as possible. By the time the Cayce family arrived near the end of 1923, however, Lammers was in financial difficulties.{{sfn|Sugrue|2003|pages=243–264}}

At this time, Cayce directed himself to readings centered around health. The remedies reportedly channeled often involved [[electrotherapy]], ultraviolet light, diet, massage, less mental work and more relaxation. They were noticed by the [[American Medical Association]], and Cayce felt that it was time to legitimize his operations with the aid of licensed medical practitioners. He reported that in a trance in 1925, "the voice" advised him to move to [[Virginia Beach, Virginia]].{{efn-ua|"Eventually Edgar Cayce, following advice from his own readings, moved to [[Virginia Beach]], [[Virginia]], and set up a hospital."{{sfn|Van Auken|Cayce|2005}}}}