Moroni 9:1
~AD 401–421
1830 Edition
My beloved son, I write unto you again, that ye may know that I am yet alive; but I write somewhat that which is grievous.
Influences
Matthew 3:17 (KJV)
And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
Changes
My beloved son, I write unto you again, that ye may know that I am yet alive; but I write somewhat of that which is grievous.
Simple English
My dear son, I write to you again. This way you will know that I am still alive. But I write about some very sad things.
Paraphrase
My dear son, I’m writing again so you know I’m still alive. But what I have to tell you is heartbreaking.