The Gospel of Black and Decker

Most cultures have a creation myth.   This creation story reinterprets the origins of the universe through the lens of industrial craftsmanship and mechanical engineering. The seminal characters are the twin deities Black and Decker, who transform a silent, unformed void into a cosmic workshop by utilizing sacred tools like drills, hammers, and spirit levels. As the story progresses, the universe evolves from raw physical matter into a complex system of conscious tools and sentient beings that struggle with the dualities of order and chaos.
Central to this mythology is the Covenant of Maintenance, which emphasises that the world is not a static perfection but a living engine requiring constant repair and care. Ultimately, the sources explore the philosophical relationship between the creator and the created, suggesting that true innovation stems from calibrated imperfection.