15  Thus they were a very indolent people, many of whom did worship idols, and the ^acurse of God had fallen upon them because of the traditions of their fathers; notwithstanding the promises of the Lord were extended unto them on the conditions of repentance.

  18  And they began to be a very industrious people; yea, and they were friendly with the Nephites; therefore, they did open a correspondence with them, and the ^ccurse of God did no more follow them.