1 Chronicles 24:31

These likewise cast lots over against their brethren the sons of Aaron in the presence of David the king, and Zadok, and Ahimelech, and the chief of the fathers of the priests and Levites, even the principal fathers over against their younger brethren.

Cross-reference

In 1 Chronicles 24:5, the same casting of lots for priestly divisions is described — this verse refers to that event with all families included.

In 1 Chronicles 24:6, the lot-casting process is recorded by Shemaiah — this verse reiterates the same event with emphasis on equal treatment.

1 Chronicles 24:3 Historical context

In 1 Chronicles 24:3, David organizes the priests — this verse describes the subsequent lot-casting that finalized the divisions.

In 1 Chronicles 25:8, the musicians cast lots for duties in the same manner — small and great alike, mirroring this verse.

In 1 Chronicles 26:13, gatekeepers also cast lots by fathers' houses — the same practice of fair division for Levitical roles.

2 Chronicles 23:18 Historical context

2 Chronicles 23:18 refers to the Levitical order David established — the same assignments decided by lot here.

Proverbs 18:18 Related theme

Proverbs 18:18 extols the lot's power to settle disputes — the same practice used here to assign Levitical duties.