The Book of Mormon

2 Nephi 2:30

1830 Edition

I have spoken these few words unto you all, my sons, in the last days of my probation; and I have chosen the good part, according to the words of the prophet. And I have none other object, save it be the everlasting welfare of your souls.—Amen.

Changes

I have spoken these few words unto you all, my sons, in the last days of my probation; and I have chosen the good part, according to the words of the prophet. And I have none other object, save it be the everlasting welfare of your souls. Amen.

Simple English

I have spoken these few words to all of you, my sons, in the last days of my test. I have chosen the good way, just like the prophet said. I only want your souls to be well forever. Amen.

Paraphrase

I’ve said these few words to all of you, my sons, in the final days of my life. I’ve chosen what’s good, just as the prophet said. I have no other goal except the eternal well-being of your souls. Amen.