Clouds Quote by George MacDonald
“God left the world unfinished for man to work his skill upon. He left the electricity still in the cloud, the oil still in the earth.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Lost Princess by George MacDonald, 1884
Human responsibility is to develop and shape the natural world, using talent and effort to complete what is left incomplete.
In simple terms: People must work to improve nature.
Key Takeaway
Apply skill to improve the world.
Themes
responsibility
creativity
stewardship
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- engineering projects
- conservation
- education
- innovation
Key Concepts
anthropocentrism
environmental ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What talents can you use to improve your surroundings?
- How do you balance progress with respect for nature?
A Different Perspective
Human limits may prevent full mastery of nature.
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