Readers of Alma 39:5 have understandably identified sexual transgression as a “sin next to murder.” Certainly all sexual transgressions are serious matters, but reading Alma 39 more closely reveals some additional insights regarding Corianton’s behaviors. He was not just guilty of sexual sin, but his sin was a composite crime of sexual immorality and leading others into apostasy through neglecting the ministry, being unfaithful to his priesthood calling, and setting a poor example. Happily, Corianton did repent and soon returned successfully to the ministry alongside his brothers.

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