1 Nephi 1:1 I, Nephi, having been born of goodly parents, therefore I was taught somewhat in all the learning of my father; and having seen many afflictions in the course of my days, nevertheless, having been highly favored of the Lord in all my days; yea, having had a great knowledge of the goodness and the mysteries of God, therefore I make a record of my proceedings in my days.
I don't know exactly why I felt the need to include this. It's nice to think that everyone who has ever started reading the Book of Mormon has read those words. Otherwise, I suppose it's kind of random, but where better to begin than at the beginning?
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