In the surroundings of the holy pair was a lesson for all time—that true happiness is found, not in the indulgence of pride and luxury, but in communion with God through His created works. If men would ... cultivate greater simplicity, they would come far nearer to answering the purpose of God in their creation.... What are the possessions of even the most wealthy, in comparison with the heritage given to the lordly Adam? {FLB 250.4}

Det hellige par var omgivet af en lektie for altid: at sand lykkes findes, ikke i trang til stolthed og luksus, men i fællesskab med Gud, igennem Hans skabte værker. Hvis mennesker ville opelske en større enfoldighed, ville deres skabte tilstand kunne besvare Guds hensigt langt bedre. . . . Hvad er den mest velhavendes ejendomme i sammenligning med den arv som den hovmodige Adam fik?