3 Nephi 13:1
1830 Edition
Verily, verily, I say that I would that ye should do alms unto the poor; but take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.
Influences
Matthew 6:1 (KJV)
Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.
Changes
Verily, verily, I say that I would that ye should do alms unto the poor; but take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them:; otherwise ye have no reward of your Father whicho is in heaven.
Simple English
I want you to give to the poor. But be careful not to give in front of people just so they will see you. If you do, your Father in heaven will not reward you.
Paraphrase
I want you to help the poor. But be careful—don’t do it in front of crowds to get their applause. If you do, you’ll get no reward from your Father in heaven.