The Book of Mormon

Alma 7:18

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For as I said unto you from the beginning, that I had much desire that ye was not in the state of dilemma like your brethren, even so I have found that my desires have been gratified.

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For as I said unto you from the beginning, that I had much desire that ye wasere not in the state of dilemma like your brethren, even so I have found that my desires have been gratified.

Simple English

I told you at the start that I really wanted you not to be in trouble like the people in Zarahemla. I have found that my wish has come true.

Paraphrase

From the beginning, I hoped you wouldn’t be in the same troubled state as your brothers and sisters elsewhere, and I’m happy to find my hopes fulfilled.