Reference

Psalms 72:8

He shall have dominion also from sea to sea, and from the river unto the ends of the earth.
6

He shall come down like rain upon the mown grass: as showers that water the earth.

7

In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth.

8

He shall have dominion also from sea to sea, and from the river unto the ends of the earth.

9

They that dwell in the wilderness shall bow before him; and his enemies shall lick the dust.

10

The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring presents: the kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts.

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Dominion Over Creation
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Stewardship of Creation

The verse describes the extent of a ruler's dominion, focusing on geographical boundaries and authority ("He shall have dominion"), rather than the nature of that rule as caring, responsible, or managerial stewardship. It speaks of possessing and ruling over territory, not tending or keeping it.

Dominion Over Creation

This verse speaks of a ruler's geographical extent of power, not the nature of their authority over creation or the specific actions they take within that dominion. It focuses on the scope of rule rather than the manner of ruling.