Proverbs 18:18

New English Translation

A toss of a coin ends disputes, and settles the issue between strong opponents.

Cross References

1 Chronicles 24:31

Just like their relatives, the descendants of Aaron, they also cast lots before King David, Zadok, Ahimelech, the leaders of families, the priests, and the Levites. The families of the oldest son cast lots along with the those of the youngest.

1 Chronicles 6:63

The clans of Merari’s descendants were allotted twelve cities within the territory of the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and Zebulun.

Nehemiah 11:1

So the leaders of the people settled in Jerusalem, while the rest of the people cast lots to bring one out of every ten to settle in Jerusalem, the holy city, while the other nine remained in other cities.

Proverbs 16:33

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

Proverbs 18:17

The first to state his case seems right, until his opponent begins to cross-examine him.

Proverbs 18:19

A relative offended is harder to reach than a strong city, and disputes are like the barred gates of a fortified citadel.

Joshua 14:2

The land assignments to the nine-and-a-half tribes were made by drawing lots, as the Lord had instructed Moses.

1 Samuel 14:41

Then Saul said, “O Lord God of Israel! If this sin has been committed by me or by my son Jonathan, then, O Lord God of Israel, respond with Urim. But if this sin has been committed by your people Israel, respond with Thummim.” Then Jonathan and Saul were indicated by lot, while the army was exonerated.

1 Samuel 14:42

Then Saul said, “Cast the lot between me and my son Jonathan!” Jonathan was indicated by lot.