The Book of Mormon

Ether 9:15

1830 Edition

And after that he had anointed Emer to be king, he saw peace in the land for the space of two years, and he died, having seen exceeding many days, which were full of sorrow. And it came to pass that Emer did reign in his stead, and did fill the steps of his father.

Changes

And after that he had anointed Emer to be king, he saw peace in the land for the space of two years, and he died, having seen exceedingly many days, which were full of sorrow. And it came to pass that Emer did reign in his stead, and did fill the steps of his father.

Simple English

After he made Emer king, there was peace in the land for two years. Then Omer died. He had lived many days that were full of sadness. Emer became king in his place and followed his father’s ways.

Paraphrase

After he crowned Emer, the land had peace for two years. Then Omer died after a very long life filled with sorrow. Emer took the throne and followed in his father’s footsteps.