Between 52 and 39 BC, Zarahemla
- The Book of Helaman begins.
- 52 BC: Pahoran dies. Pahoran's sons, Pahoran, Paanchi and Pacumeni, contend for the judgement-seat. Pahoran is appointed chief judge by the voice of the people. Paanchi incites rebellion and is condemned to death. Kishkumen founds a secret combination and murders Pahoran on the judgement-seat. Pacumeni is appointed chief judge.
- 51 BC: A Lamanite army, led by Coriantumr, takes possession of the city of Zarahemla and slays Pacumeni. Moronihah retakes Zarahemla and Coriantumr is slain.
- 50 BC: Helaman, son of Helaman, is appointed chief judge.
- Gadianton becomes the leader of Kishkumen's band. Kishkumen attempts to murder Helaman but is slain by Helaman's servant. Gadianton's band flees into the wilderness.
- 46 BC: There is "much contention and many dissensions" (Helaman 3:3). Many Nephites leave Zarahemla and settle in the land northward.
- 45 BC: Helaman rules "with justice and equity" (Helaman 3:20) and the contentions lessen. Helaman's sons, Nephi and Lehi, are mentioned.
- 43 BC: Peace is established except for the secret combinations of Gadianton.
- 41 BC: Pride begins to enter the church.
- 39 BC: Helaman dies. Nephi, son of Helaman, becomes chief judge.
Read more about this topic: Book Of Mormon Chronology, The Reign of The Judges