The Book of Mormon

1 Nephi 11:22

1830 Edition

And I answered him, saying: Yea, it is the love of God, which sheddeth itself abroad in the hearts of the children of men; wherefore, it is the most desirable above all things.

Influences

Romans 5:5 (KJV)
And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.

Simple English

I answered him: “Yes, it is God’s love. His love spreads into people’s hearts. So it is the most wonderful thing of all.”

Paraphrase

“Yes,” I said. “It’s God’s love pouring into people’s hearts. Nothing is more desirable.”