Mormon uses the term ‘continual peace’ rather loosely. It denotes absence of attack by the Lamanites, and absence of internal dissension. The “continual” aspect does not appear to have to last for any particular length of time, and this peace will not last long.
Before Mormon continues his story, he ends this section by noting the good rather than the conflict. Rather than concentrate on the military, he ends with reference to the sons of Alma and the sons of Mosiah who preach the word of God. This is the essential point that Mormon will be making during all of this description of war. When the people were righteous, miracles happened, and generals like Moroni and Lehi were able to hold the day. This was not just because they were great men, but because they were men of God, and led a people who were faithful to God. This is Mormon’s lesson to be learned from these conflicts.
Textual: This ends a chapter in the 1830 edition.