The Book of Mormon

2 Nephi 27:22

1830 Edition

Wherefore, when thou hast read the words which I have commanded thee, and obtained the witnesses which I have promised unto thee, then shalt thou seal up the book again, and hide it up unto me, that I may preserve the words which thou hast not read, until I shall see fit in mine own wisdom, to reveal all things unto the children of men.

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Wherefore, when thou hast read the words which I have commanded thee, and obtained the witnesses which I have promised unto thee, then shalt thou seal up the book again, and hide it up unto me, that I may preserve the words which thou hast not read, until I shall see fit in mine own wisdom, to reveal all things unto the children of men.

Simple English

“So when you have read the words I told you to read, and got the witnesses I promised you, then seal up the book again. Hide it with me so I may keep the words you have not read. I will show all things to people when I see fit.”

Paraphrase

“So after you’ve read the words I’ve commanded you to read, and after you’ve gathered the witnesses I’ve promised you, seal up the book again and hide it. I’ll preserve the words you haven’t read until I decide, in my wisdom, to reveal everything to humanity.”