Jacob 2:6

~544–420 BC

1830 Edition

Yea, it grieveth my soul and causeth me to shrink with shame before the presence of my Maker, that I might testify unto you concerning the wickedness of your hearts;

Influences

Revelation 22:16 (KJV)
I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you these things in the churches. I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star.

Changes

Yea, it grieveth my soul and causeth me to shrink with shame before the presence of my Maker, that I mighust testify unto you concerning the wickedness of your hearts;.

Simple English

It makes me very sad. I feel ashamed before God that I must tell you about the evil in your hearts.

Paraphrase

It breaks my heart. I’m ashamed to stand before my Maker and have to confront you about the evil in your hearts.