31 And he taught them privately, that it might not come to the knowledge of the king. And many did believe his words.
32 And it came to pass that as many as did believe him, did go forth to a place which was called Mormon, having received its name from the king, being in the borders of the land having been infested, by times, or at seasons, by wild beasts.
33 Now there was in Mormon a fountain of pure water, and Alma resorted thither, there being near the water a thicket of small trees, where he did hide himself in the day time, from the searches of the king.
34 And it came to pass that as many as believed him, went thither to hear his words.
35 And it came to pass after many days, there were a goodly number gathered together to the place of Mormon, to hear the words of Alma.
36 Yea, all were gathered together that believed on his word, to hear him.
37 And he did teach them, and did preach unto them repentance, and redemption, and faith on the Lord.
38 And it came to pass that he said unto them, Behold, here are the waters of Mormon; for thus were they called.
39 And now, as ye are desirous to come into the fold of God, and to be called his people, and are willing to bear one another's burdens, that they may be light;
40 Yea, and are willing to mourn with those that mourn; yea, and comfort those that stand in need of comfort, and to stand as witnesses of God at all times, and in all things, and in all places that ye may be in, even until death, that ye may be redeemed of God, and be numbered with those of the first resurrection, that ye may have eternal life:
41 Now I say unto you, If this be the desire of your hearts, what have you against being baptized in the name of the Lord, as a witness before him that ye have entered into a covenant with him that ye will serve him and keep his commandments, that he may pour out his Spirit more abundantly upon you?
