Mormon 2:23

And it came to pass that I did speak unto my people, and did urge them with great energy, that they would stand boldly before the Lamanites, and fight for their wives, and their children, and their houses, and their homes.

I spoke to my people. I strongly asked them to stand bravely against the Lamanites. I told them to fight for their wives, children, and homes.

I rallied my people with everything I had, urging them to stand and fight bravely for their wives, children, and homes.