The Bene Gesserit Order is an integral part of the Dune novels by Frank Hebert. Often mistaken for a religious order, the Bene Gesserit (also known as the Sisterhood) is an ancient organization of female spies, theologians, and scientists whose mystic origins and enhanced physical and mental prowess make their existence integral to societal order. Even though Villeneuve's Dune introduced the group and shed light on their objectives, this was just the beginning and their full extent is yet to be explored.

Herbert's original Dune novels paint a more detailed picture of the Bene Gesserit's enhanced abilities, many of which are assigned specific names in the canon. These include the weirding way, truthsense, and the methods of prana-bindu. Apart from their unique powers, an overview of their political and social history is of equal significance to understanding their true motives. Paul Atreides seems to be searching for answers, but...