1 Samuel 14:41

God's Word

Then Saul said to the Lord, “O God of Israel, why didn’t you answer me today? If this sin is mine or my son Jonathan’s, Lord God of Israel, ⌞let the priest⌟ draw Urim. But if it is in your people Israel, ⌞let him⌟ draw Thummim.” Jonathan and Saul were chosen, and the people were freed ⌞from guilt⌟.

Cross References

Proverbs 16:33

The dice are thrown, but the Lord determines every outcome.

Proverbs 18:18

Flipping a coin ends quarrels and settles ⌞issues⌟ between powerful people.

Jonah 1:7

Then the sailors said to each other, “Let’s throw dice to find out who is responsible for bringing this disaster on us.” So they threw dice, and the dice indicated that Jonah was responsible.

Acts 1:24

Then they prayed, “Lord, you know everyone’s thoughts. Show us which of these two you have chosen.

Acts 1:26

They drew names to choose an apostle. Matthias was chosen and joined the eleven apostles.

1 Samuel 14:40

Saul told all Israel, “You stand on one side, and my son Jonathan and I will stand on the other side.” “Do whatever you think is best,” the troops responded to Saul.

1 Samuel 14:42

“Choose between me and my son Jonathan,” Saul said. Then Jonathan was chosen.