The Book of Mormon states that some final battles of the Nephite people took place near "the narrow passage". Mesoamerican setting advocates seek to place this geographic feature in Central America. Others point out that there are several isthmuses, or narrow moraines, in the vicinity of western New York, which would simplify the task of locating Cumorah.
The Book of Mormon indicates that some final battles of the Nephite people took place near a confined area. Mesoamerican setting advocates aim to identify this feature in Central America. Others suggest an alternative location in western New York, citing the presence of comparable isthmuses or moraines.