Jacob 2:16
~544–420 BC
1830 Edition
O that he would rid you from this iniquity, and abomination. And, O that ye would listen unto the word of his commands, and let not this pride of your hearts destroy your souls.
Influences
Acts 14:3 (KJV)
Long time therefore abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands.
Changes
O that he would rid you from this iniquity, and abomination. And, O that ye would listen unto the word of his commands, and let not this pride of your hearts destroy your souls.!
Simple English
I wish he would free you from this sin. Listen to his commands. Don’t let pride destroy your souls.
Paraphrase
I wish he would free you from this evil. I wish you’d listen to what he’s commanding you and stop letting pride destroy your souls.