The Book of Mormon

Alma 5:58

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For the names of the righteous shall be written in the Book of Life; and unto them will I grant an inheritance at my right hand. And now my brethren, what have ye to say against this? I say unto you, if ye speak against it, it matters not, for the word of God must be fulfilled.

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Simple English

The names of those who are right will be written in the Book of Life. I will give them a place at my right hand. Brothers, what do you say against this? I tell you, if you speak against it, it doesn’t matter. God’s word must come true.

Paraphrase

The names of the righteous will be written in the book of life, and I’ll grant them an inheritance at my right hand. My brothers and sisters, what do you have to say against this? Even if you speak against it, it doesn’t matter—God’s word must be fulfilled.