“Providence lent a helping hand in their undertaking. As they followed a course that would lead them to the stricken city, they came across a large company of Lamanitish warriors. … The army of Moroni’s immediately attacked them, slew many, and took their provisions and weapons of war. To the number of 4000, the Nephites also took prisoners; indoctrinated them according to Nephite beliefs, and at their own request, sent them to join their brethren, the People of Ammon. … This incident in Moroni’s campaign was not an accident. It proves that the Lord is willing to, and does help His people in their difficulties if they keep His commandments” (Reynolds and Sjodahl, Commentary on the Book of Mormon, 5:174).