Dominion Quote by Helen Keller
“God himself is not secure, having given man dominion over his work.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, attributed to Helen Keller
Human vulnerability is highlighted by divine insecurity, emphasizing that even God entrusts humanity with stewardship.
In simple terms: God is insecure, giving humans power.
Key Takeaway
Recognize responsibility in power.
Themes
responsibility
stewardship
faith
humanity
divine
humility
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- leadership
- environmental policy
- personal decision making
- community service
Key Concepts
theology
existentialism
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing divine insecurity affect our actions?
- What responsibilities arise from being given dominion?
A Different Perspective
Even with power, uncertainty persists.
![“The thing that was forfeited in the garden was regained. God gave him [Adam] dominion over the works of His hand. God made him His understudy, His king to rule over everything that had life. Man was master, man lived in the realm of god. He lived on terms of equality with God. God was a faith God…” quote by John G. Lake](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/428/john-g-lake-12667_adam_the-thing-that-was-forfeited-in-the-gard_84356.jpg)
![“It may be said of them [the Hollanders], as of the Spaniards, that the sun never sets upon their Dominions.” quote by Thomas Gage](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e12/thomas-gage-63372_dominion_it-may-be-said-of-them-the-hollanders-as_103053.jpg)