1-they were doing that which they felt was the duty which they owed to their God (Alma 43:46)
2-Amalickiah had hardened the hearts of the Lamanites and blinded their minds, and stirred them up to anger (Alma 48:3)
3-Moroni was a man whose heart did swell with thanksgiving to his God, for the many privileges and blessings which he bestowed upon his people; a man who did labor exceedingly for the welfare and safety of his people. (Alma 48:12)