The Book of Mormon

Alma 7:26

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And now my beloved brethren, I have spoken these words unto you, according to the spirit which testifieth in me; and my soul doth exceedingly rejoice, because of the exceeding diligence and heed which ye have given unto my word.

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And now my beloved brethren, I have spoken these words unto you, according to the sSpirit which testifieth in me; and my soul doth exceedingly rejoice, because of the exceeding diligence and heed which ye have given unto my word.

Simple English

I have spoken these words to you by the Spirit in me. My soul is very happy because you have listened so carefully to my words.

Paraphrase

I’ve spoken these words as the Spirit has directed me, and my soul rejoices because of how carefully you’ve listened to my message.