The Book of Mormon

1 Nephi 22:30

1830 Edition

Wherefore, my brethren, I would that ye should consider that the things which have been written upon the plates of brass, are true; and they testify that a man must be obedient to the commandments of God.

Changes

Wherefore, my brethren, I would that ye should consider that the things which have been written upon the plates of brass, are true; and they testify that a man must be obedient to the commandments of God.

Simple English

So my brothers, I want you to remember that what was written on the brass plates is true. They teach that people must obey God’s commandments.

Paraphrase

“Brothers, I want you to understand that what’s written on the brass plates is true. They testify that you must obey God’s commands.”