Acts 1:26
And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.
Cross-references
Acts 1:23
Historical context
Acts 1:23 lists the two candidates from whom the lot chooses—direct context for the casting.
Acts 2:14
Historical context
Acts 2:14 shows Matthias now numbered among the eleven apostles, confirming the lot cast here.
1 Chronicles 24:5
Parallel
In 1 Chronicles 24:5, priestly duties are divided by lot—same practice for sacred assignments.
Numbers 26:55
Parallel
Numbers 26:55 divides land inheritance by lot—same method for assigning roles as here.
1 Chronicles 25:8
Parallel
1 Chronicles 25:8 shows musicians casting lots for service order—parallel practice for assigning roles.
Proverbs 16:33
Allusion
Proverbs 16:33 affirms the lot's outcome is from the Lord—theological basis for this casting.