1 Samuel 14:41

New International Reader's Version

Then Saul prayed to the Lord, the God of Israel. He said, “Why haven’t you answered your servant today? If I or my son Jonathan is to blame, answer with Urim. But if the Israelites are to blame, answer with Thummim.” Jonathan and Saul were chosen by casting lots. The other men were cleared of blame.

Cross References

Proverbs 16:33

Lots are cast into the lap to make decisions. But everything they decide comes from the Lord.

Proverbs 18:18

Casting lots will put a stop to arguing. It will keep the strongest enemies apart.

Jonah 1:7

Here is what the sailors said to one another. “Someone is to blame for getting us into all this trouble. Come. Let’s cast lots to find out who it is.” So they did. And Jonah was picked.

Acts 1:24

Then the believers prayed. They said, “Lord, you know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two you have chosen.

Acts 1:26

Then they cast lots. Matthias was chosen. So he was added to the 11 apostles.

1 Samuel 14:40

Then Saul said to all the Israelites, “You stand over there. I and my son Jonathan will stand over here.” “Do what you think is best,” they replied.

1 Samuel 14:42

Saul said, “Cast the lot to find out whether I or my son Jonathan is to blame.” And Jonathan was chosen.