Question: Why was is important for Mormon to note concerning Teancum in his abridgment that after going forth into the camp of the Lamanites in his anger, and after letting himself down over the walls of the city, "he went forth with a cord, from place to place, insomuch that he did find the king; and he did cast a javelin at him, which did pierce him near the heart" (Alma 62:36) What did going forth with a cord have to do with Teancum's actions? It is fair to assume that Teancum was able to let himself down over the walls of the city using the cord (see also Alma 62:22). One can also assume that by carrying the cord with him that Teancum was facilitating his escape back over the wall at whatever point he reached it upon fleeing the king. But why was that important to Mormon's abridgment? [Alan C. Miner, Personal Notes]