4 Nephi 1:28
~AD 35–321
1830 Edition
And this church did multiply exceedingly, because of iniquity, and because of the power of satan which did get hold upon their hearts.
Influences
Acts 26:18 (KJV)
To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.
Changes
And this church did multiply exceedingly, because of iniquity, and because of the power of sSatan whicho did get hold upon their hearts.
Simple English
This church grew very big. It grew because of sin and because Satan had power over their hearts.
Paraphrase
These churches grew rapidly, fueled by sin and Satan’s grip on people’s hearts.