Mosiah 2:15
~124 BC
1830 Edition
Yet, my brethren, I have not done these things that I might boast, neither do I tell these things that thereby I might accuse you; but I tell you these things, that ye may know that I can answer a clear conscience before God this day.
Influences
Acts 23:1 (KJV)
And Paul, earnestly beholding the council, said, Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day.
Changes
Yet, my brethren, I have not done these things that I might boast, neither do I tell these things that thereby I might accuse you; but I tell you these things, that ye may know that I can answer a clear conscience before God this day.
Simple English
'But my brothers, I have not done these things so I could brag. I do not tell you these things to blame you. I tell you these things so you will know that I can stand before God today with a clear heart.'
Paraphrase
'But I’m not saying this to brag or to criticize you. I’m telling you so you’ll know I can stand before God today with a clear conscience.'