1 Nephi 7:17
~600–592 BC
1830 Edition
But it came to pass that I prayed unto the Lord, saying: O Lord, according to my faith which is in thee, wilt thou deliver me from the hands of my brethren; yea, even give me strength that I may burst these bands with which I am bound.
Simple English
But I prayed to the Lord, saying: 'Lord, because of my faith in you, will you save me from my brothers? Please give me strength to break these ropes that tie me up.'
Paraphrase
I prayed: 'Lord, I have faith in you. Please free me from my brothers. Give me the strength to break these ropes.'