Adam Quote by John Shelby Spong
“The first command given by God when Adam and Eve were pitched out of the Garden of Eden in the Book of Genesis is, "Be fruitful and multiply, and subdue the Earth." We've been trying to do that for a long time, and now the Earth is fighting back. I'm not sure that we're going to survive as a species.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Genesis (Bible)
The directive to expand and dominate nature has led humanity to overexploit the planet, causing ecological backlash and existential risk.
In simple terms: Humanity’s drive to dominate nature harms Earth.
Key Takeaway
Rebalance growth with stewardship.
Themes
environment
ethics
survival
technology
humanity
Mood
concerned
urgent
reflective
Type
ethical
warning
philosophical
When to use this quote
- climate policy
- urban planning
- resource management
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
sustainability
ecology
anthropocentrism
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we redefine progress without exploitation?
- What responsibilities do we have to future generations?
A Different Perspective
The quote overlooks cultural and religious variations in interpreting stewardship.
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