Confession. Brigham Young never heard the term "permaculture", ... ever. Even so, I always think this quote works well in any discussion of permaculture. The quote is from 1862. The Lord will

If the Devil says you cannot pray when you are angry, tell him it is none of his business, and pray until that species of insanity is dispelled and serenity is restored to the mind. (p. 175) Author: Brigham

God's command to have dominion over every living thing is a call to service, a test of responsibility, a rule of love, a cooperation with nature, whereas Satan's use of force for the sake of getting gain