Key points from this section:

• Revelation on Translation: Section 9 addresses Oliver Cowdery’s attempt to translate the Book of Mormon and provides guidance on the process of receiving revelation for translation.

• Counsel on Patience and Effort: The section emphasizes the need for patience and diligent effort in seeking revelation, highlighting that it requires both spiritual and mental preparation.

• Role of Confirming Feelings: It explains the importance of confirming feelings of peace and assurance from the Holy Spirit as a way to validate the correctness of the translation efforts.

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