The Book of Mormon

Alma 39:7

1830 Edition

And now my son, I would to God that ye had not been guilty of so great a crime. I would not dwell upon your crimes, to harrow up your soul, if it were not for your good.

Changes

And now, my son, I would to God that ye had not been guilty of so great a crime. I would not dwell upon your crimes, to harrow up your soul, if it were not for your good.

Simple English

My son, I wish you had not done such a terrible thing. I would not talk about your mistakes to hurt your feelings if it were not for your own good.

Paraphrase

I wish to God you hadn’t committed such a serious wrong. I wouldn’t bring up your sins to torment you if it weren’t for your own good.