The Book of Mormon

Mosiah 7:28

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and now, because he said this, they did put him to death; and many more things did they do, which brought down the wrath of God upon them. Therefore, who wondereth that they are in bondage, and that they are smitten with sore afflictions?

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aAnd now, because he said this, they did put him to death; and many more things did they do, which brought down the wrath of God upon them. Therefore, who wondereth that they are in bondage, and that they are smitten with sore afflictions?

Simple English

“Because he said this, they killed him. They did many more things that made God angry at them. So no one should wonder that they are slaves and that they have big troubles.”

Paraphrase

“Because he said this, they killed him. And they did many other evil things that brought God’s anger down on them. So why should anyone be surprised that we’re enslaved and crushed with suffering?”