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Edgar Cayce
The 'Sleeping Prophet' gave over 14,000 psychic readings while in a trance. He diagnosed illnesses, prescribed treatments, and predicted the future. His readings are still studied today. He remains America's most documented psychic.
1877 - 1945
Hopkinsville, Kentucky / Virginia Beach, Virginia
10000+ witnesses
Edgar Cayce was called “The Sleeping Prophet”—America’s most famous psychic.
The Legend
According to documented accounts:
Edgar Cayce:
- Could enter trance states
- Give detailed health readings
- Prescribe specific treatments
- Without medical training
- Over 14,000 readings documented
The Readings
In trance, Cayce would:
- Diagnose illnesses remotely
- Describe symptoms accurately
- Prescribe specific remedies
- Often unusual treatments
- Many claimed success
Life Readings
Beyond health:
- Past life readings
- Future prophecies
- Atlantis information
- Earth changes predictions
- Spiritual guidance
Documentation
The A.R.E. preserves:
- All 14,000+ readings
- Stenographically recorded
- Cross-referenced
- Studied by researchers
- Available to public
Controversies
Critics note:
- Some predictions failed
- Medical claims unverified
- Cold reading possible
- But supporters remain
- Unusual accuracy in some cases
Legacy
Cayce influenced:
- New Age movement
- Holistic health
- Reincarnation beliefs
- Paranormal research
- A.R.E. continues his work