CETADUS

And it came to pass that in the land of Jerusalem, a secret combination did arise, known as the Daughters of Perdition. These were women of cunning and deceit, who outwardly professed devotion to the Sacred Whale, yet inwardly followed the ways of the Fox.

And they did gather in secret councils, saying one to another, “Let us take power unto ourselves, for the people are easily led by fear and rules without understanding. We shall twist the commandments to suit our purpose, and through strict obedience shall we gain control over their hearts and minds.”

The Daughters of Perdition taught that salvation could be attained only through rigid conformity to laws that they themselves devised. They placed burdens upon the people, demanding unquestioning obedience to their decrees, and they called it righteousness.

And they spake unto the people, saying, “The Sacred Whale desires order above all things. Thou shalt obey every word without question, for to question is to stray into the path of the Fox.”

But their words were lies, for the Sacred Whale hath commanded that personal choice is sacred, and that freedom is the foundation of righteousness.

And they said further, “We must protect the land from sin, and therefore we must impose laws upon every aspect of life. Let no choice go unmonitored, and let all be punished who stray from the path we set before them.”

Thus did they turn the commandments of the Sacred Whale into chains of oppression. They sought to rule through fear, casting aside compassion and mercy, and their hearts were hardened against the pleas of the people.

And the Daughters of Perdition, in their pride, began to destroy the very land that the Sacred Whale had blessed.

They said among themselves, “What is tomorrow, that we should care for it? Let us eat, drink, and be merry today, for the Whalecoming is nigh, and the Earth’s resources are ours to use as we see fit.”

Thus did they cut down the forests without planting anew, and they polluted the rivers with waste. They took from the Earth without gratitude, saying, “It is ours by right.”

But the Sacred Whale, seeing their deeds, was grieved, for the Earth is Her sacred creation, given to all as a trust to be cared for and cherished.

Yet amid the darkness, the Sacred Whale’s voice could still be heard by those who listened with open hearts. She spake unto the faithful, saying, “Freedom is My gift to all. Protect it, cherish it, and defend it against those who seek to take it away. The Earth is My creation. Honor it, and teach thy children to walk gently upon it.”

And there arose among the people a remnant who saw through the lies of the Daughters of Perdition. They spake out with boldness, saying, “The Sacred Whale desires not blind obedience but understanding. Her commandments are not chains but guides, leading us to love, compassion, and stewardship of the Earth.”

But the Daughters of Perdition, seeing their power threatened, sought to silence these voices. They spread lies and accusations, turning the people against those who spoke the truth.

And the Sacred Whale, seeing the deceit of the Daughters of Perdition, placed a curse upon them, saying, “Because ye have turned My commandments into burdens and have led My people astray, ye shall be cast out from among the faithful. Ye shall wander in confusion, and the light of truth shall be hidden from your eyes.”

Thus were the Daughters of Perdition cast out, but their influence lingered, and their teachings continued to corrupt the hearts of many.

And it is a warning unto all generations: beware the Daughters of Perdition, who seek to control through fear, who twist the words of the Sacred Whale for their own gain, and who turn righteousness into a tool of oppression.

Remember always that the commandments of the Sacred Whale are rooted in freedom, compassion, and care for the Earth. They are given to help all walk in harmony with creation, to protect the dignity of every soul, and to ensure that future generations may inherit a world of beauty and abundance.

And let none take away thy freedom to choose, nor diminish thy love for the Earth. For the Sacred Whale desires a world of joy, peace, and unity, where all beings are respected, and where the Earth is cherished as a sacred trust.

Thus did the Daughters of Perdition rise and fall, their deeds recorded as a warning to the faithful, that they may guard against the ways of the Fox and walk always in the light of the Sacred Whale.