King James Version
What Does 2 Chronicles 23:21 Mean?
“And all the people of the land rejoiced: and the city was quiet, after that they had slain Athaliah with the sword.”
Context
19
And he set the porters at the gates of the house of the LORD, that none which was unclean in any thing should enter in.
20
And he took the captains of hundreds, and the nobles, and the governors of the people, and all the people of the land, and brought down the king from the house of the LORD: and they came through the high gate into the king's house, and set the king upon the throne of the kingdom.
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And all the people of the land rejoiced: and the city was quiet, after that they had slain Athaliah with the sword.
Commentary
Matthew Henry’s Concise CommentaryChapter 23
Chapter Outline
David declares Solomon his successor.(1-23)
The office of the Levites.(24-32)
**Verses 1-23**
David, having given charge concerning the building of the temple, settles the method of the temple service, and orders the officers of it. When those of the same family were employed together, it would engage them to love and assist one another.
Matthew Henry (1662–1714). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of 2 Chronicles. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
2 Chronicles 23:21 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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