Nehemiah 11:1
And the rulers of the people dwelt at Jerusalem: the rest of the people also cast lots, to bring one of ten to dwell in Jerusalem the holy city, and nine parts to dwell in other cities.
Cross-reference
Nehemiah 7:4
Historical context
Nehemiah 7:4 describes Jerusalem's sparse population, which directly motivates the lot-casting to bring more inhabitants here.
Nehemiah 7:5
Historical context
Nehemiah 7:5 records the genealogical registration that preceded the lot-casting for repopulating Jerusalem in this verse.
Proverbs 16:33
Related theme
Proverbs 16:33 affirms that every lot decision is from the Lord — the theological foundation for casting lots here.
1 Chronicles 9:3
Historical context
In 1 Chronicles 9:3, people from Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived in Jerusalem — matching the repopulation here.
Proverbs 18:18
Related theme
In Proverbs 18:18, casting lots settles disputes — the same practice used here to decide who lives in Jerusalem.