Jonah 1:7

New English Translation

The sailors said to one another, “Come on, let’s cast lots to find out whose fault it is that this disaster has overtaken us.” So they cast lots, and Jonah was singled out.

Cross References

Esther 3:7

In the first month (that is, the month of Nisan), in the twelfth year of King Ahasuerus’ reign, pur (that is, the lot) was cast before Haman in order to determine a day and a month. It turned out to be the twelfth month (that is, the month of Adar).

Job 10:2

I will say to God, ‘Do not condemn me; tell me why you are contending with me.’

Psalm 22:18

They are dividing up my clothes among themselves; they are rolling dice for my garments.

Proverbs 16:33

The dice are thrown into the lap, but their every decision is from the Lord.

Numbers 32:23

“But if you do not do this, then look, you will have sinned against the Lord. And know that your sin will find you out.

Matthew 27:35

When they had crucified him, they divided his clothes by throwing dice.

Acts 13:19

After he had destroyed seven nations in the land of Canaan, he gave his people their land as an inheritance.

1 Corinthians 4:5

So then, do not judge anything before the time. Wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light the hidden things of darkness and reveal the motives of hearts. Then each will receive recognition from God.

Joshua 7:10

The Lord responded to Joshua, “Get up! Why are you lying there face down?