The Book of Mormon

2 Nephi 27:30

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and the meek also shall increase, and their joy shall be in the Lord; and the poor among men shall rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.

Influences

Isaiah 29:19 (KJV)
The meek also shall increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men shall rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.

Changes

aAnd the meek also shall increase, and their joy shall be in the Lord;, and the poor among men shall rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.

Simple English

“The humble people will also increase. Their joy will be in the Lord. Poor people will be happy in the Holy One of Israel.”

Paraphrase

“The humble will find fresh joy in the Lord. The poorest people will celebrate in the Holy One of Israel.”