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.

In 1 Chronicles 24:5, priestly duties are divided by lot—same practice for sacred assignments.

Numbers 26:55 divides land inheritance by lot—same method for assigning roles as here.

1 Chronicles 25:8 shows musicians casting lots for service order—parallel practice for assigning roles.

Proverbs 16:33 affirms the lot's outcome is from the Lord—theological basis for this casting.