Alma 29:16
~87 BC
1830 Edition
Now when I think of the success of these my brethren, my soul is carried away, even to the separation of it from the body, as it were, so great is my joy.
Influences
Matthew 25:40 (KJV)
And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.
Changes
Now, when I think of the success of these my brethren, my soul is carried away, even to the separation of it from the body, as it were, so great is my joy.
Simple English
When I think about how well my brothers have done, I feel so much joy. It almost feels like my spirit leaves my body.
Paraphrase
When I think about what they’ve accomplished, my joy is so intense it’s like my soul wants to leave my body.