The Book of Mormon

2 Nephi 20:1

1830 Edition

Wo unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousness which they have prescribed;

Influences

Isaiah 10:1 (KJV)
Woe unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousness which they have prescribed;

Simple English

How terrible for leaders who make unfair laws and write down harsh rules!

Paraphrase

Trouble is coming for those who pass cruel laws—who write down injustice and call it legal.