They contain the
five books of Moses! And an account of Adam and Eve,
our first parents.
Also, the prophecies
of the holy prophets.
Yes,
and more.
Look!
The genealogy of my fathers.
I am a descendent of Joseph,
even that same Joseph
who was the son of Jacob, who was sold into Egypt.
The Spirit has shown me
that these plates of brass shall go forth unto all nations, kindreds, tongues, and
people who are of my seed.
It is wisdom in the Lord
that we should have them.
They are of great worth unto us,
insomuch that we can preserve
the commandments of the Lord
unto our children.
