Athalia is executed by the people, and Joash is made king. The temple of Baal is destroyed, and the people once again devote themselves to the LORD alone. The chronicler records two results to this turn of events. The people of the land rejoiced, and the city was quiet. The political and religious turmoil had ceased, and people could once again think about their God, and relish in his peace.
LORD, restore our unity in you. Rid us of our conflicting loyalties, and selfish distractions.
2 Chronicles 23