The Book of Mormon

Helaman 16:14

1830 Edition

and angels did appear unto men, wise men, and did declare unto them glad tidings of great joy; thus in this year the Scriptures began to be fulfilled.

Influences

Luke 2:10 (KJV)
And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

Changes

aAnd angels did appear unto men, wise men, and did declare unto them glad tidings of great joy; thus in this year the Sscriptures began to be fulfilled.

Simple English

Angels appeared to wise men. They told them good news of great joy. So in this year, the Scriptures began to come true.

Paraphrase

Angels appeared to wise men and announced joyful news. In this year, the scriptures began to be fulfilled.