Charles Spurgeon Commentary Genesis 2:15

"And Jehovah God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it." — Genesis 2:15 (ASV)

There was to be occupation for man even in paradise, just as those who are before the throne of God in glory serve him day and night in his temple. Idleness gives no joy, but holy employment will add to the bliss of heaven.