In the Book of Mormon, a righteous Nephite military commander who lived about 100 B.C.

Moroni was appointed chief captain of all the Nephite armies, Alma 43: 16-17. Inspired the Nephite soldiers to fight for their freedom, Alma 43: 48-50. Made a title of liberty out of a piece of his coat, Alma 46: 12-13. Was a man of God, Alma 48: 11-18. Was angry with the government over their indifference about the country's freedom, Alma 59: 13.