Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

And they said every one to his fellow, Come, and let us cast lots, that we may know for whose cause this evil is upon us. So they cast lots, and the lot fell upon Jonah.

Bible References

And let

Matthew 27:35
After crucifying him, they parted his garments among them by casting lots.
Acts 1:23
So they placed two in nomination, Joseph called Bar-Sabbas (surnamed Justas) and Matthias;
Acts 13:19
"and when he had destroyed seven nations in the land of Canaan, he gave them their land as an inheritance for about four hundred and fifty years.

And the

1 Corinthians 4:5
So make no hasty judgment until the Lord come, who will both bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make plain the purpose of men's hearts. Then each man's due praise will come to him from God.