If the Zoramite prayer is an example of how not to pray, Alma's petition is an example of a true, sincere communication with God. While the Zoramite prayer is rote and empty, Alma's prayer is full of emotion and meaning. While the Zoramite prayer is ostentatious and proud, Alma's is that of a humble servant. While the Zoramite prayer is selfish, Alma's prayer is selfless (v. 35). While the Zoramite prayer was a faithless exercise, Alma's wielded the powers of heaven because he prayed in faith (v. 38).