The Book of Mormon

Alma 6:1

1830 Edition

And now it came to pass that after Alma had made an end of speaking unto the people of the church, which was established in the city of Zarahemla, he ordained priests and elders, by laying on his hands according to the order of God, to preside and watch over the church.

Simple English

After Alma finished speaking to the people of the church in the city of Zarahemla, he chose priests and elders by laying his hands on them. This was done according to God’s order. They would lead and watch over the church.

Paraphrase

After Alma finished speaking to the church in Zarahemla, he ordained priests and elders by laying his hands on them, following God’s order. They would lead and watch over the church.