The Book of Mormon

Helaman 8:15

1830 Edition

And as many as should look upon that serpent should live, even so as many as should look upon the Son of God, with faith, having a contrite spirit, might live, even unto that life which is eternal.—

Changes

And as many as should look upon that serpent should live, even so as many as should look upon the Son of God, with faith, having a contrite spirit, might live, even unto that life which is eternal.

Simple English

“Everyone who looked at that snake lived. In the same way, everyone who looks to the Son of God with faith can live forever. But they must have a sorry heart.”

Paraphrase

“Everyone who looked at that serpent lived. In the same way, everyone who looks to the Son of God with faith and a humble heart will live—not just temporarily, but forever.”