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.