Moroni 9:24

And if it so be that they perish, we know that many of our brethren have dissented over unto the Lamanites, and many more will also dissent over unto them; wherefore, write somewhat a few things, if thou art spared; and I shall perish and not see thee; but I trust that I may see thee soon: for I have sacred records that I would deliver up unto thee.

If they do die, we know that many of our people have joined the Lamanites. Many more will also join them. So write down a few things if you stay alive. I may die and not see you. But I trust that I will see you soon. I have sacred records that I want to give to you.

If that happens, many of our people will defect to the Lamanites, and more will follow. So write down what you can while you’re still alive. I may die without seeing you again. But I hope to see you soon—I have sacred records I need to pass on to you.