1 Nephi 6

1And now I, Nephi, do not give the genealogy of my fathers in this

2For it sufficeth me to say that we are descendants of Joseph.

3And it mattereth not to me that I am particular to give a full

4For the fulness of mine intent is that I may persuade men to come

5Wherefore, the things which are pleasing unto the world I do not

6Wherefore, I shall give commandment unto my seed, that they shall