The Book of Mormon

Ether 14:4

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And it came to pass that the brother of Shared did give battle unto him in the wilderness of Akish; and the battle became exceeding sore, and many thousands fell by the sword.

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And it came to pass that the brother of Shared did give battle unto him in the wilderness of Akish; and the battle became exceedingly sore, and many thousands fell by the sword.

Simple English

Shared’s brother fought him in the wilderness of Akish. The battle was very bad. Many thousands died by the sword.

Paraphrase

Shared’s brother rallied his forces in the wilderness and fought back. The battle was brutal. Thousands fell to the sword.