1 Nephi 10:1

And now I, Nephi, proceed to give an account upon these plates, of my proceedings, and my reign and ministry; wherefore, to proceed with mine account, I must speak somewhat of the things of my father, and also of my brethren.

I, Nephi, will now write on these plates about my actions, my leadership, and my ministry. To continue my story, I must tell you some things about my father and my brothers.

I, Nephi, continue the story here on these plates. To tell it properly, I need to share what my father taught us and what happened with my brothers.