2 Nephi 8:5
1830 Edition
My righteousness is near; my salvation is gone forth, and mine arm shall judge the people. The isles shall wait upon me, and on mine arm shall they trust.
Influences
Isaiah 51:5 (KJV)
My righteousness is near; my salvation is gone forth, and mine arms shall judge the people; the isles shall wait upon me, and on mine arm shall they trust.
Simple English
My goodness is near. My rescue has already gone out. My arm will judge the people. The islands will wait for me. They will trust my arm.
Paraphrase
My justice is coming soon. My rescue is already on its way, and my power will bring justice to the nations. Distant lands are waiting for me. They’re putting their trust in my strength.