God s intent was for man to have dominion over the earth and everything on it. Man still has limited dominion, but not the relationship and understanding to exercise it properly. But these increased in severity with time. Continued until Satan is in effect the god of this world and man has virtually no power. End of Opinion Law of Authority 1.
Authority is delegated to act in behalf of a higher authority within specified bounds.
All authority is delegated by someone who has the authority. Adam s authority over the earth was from God. Adam abdicated, lost his authority i. By quoting God s written word. Satan the lesser tempted Jesus the greater.