Apostles selected Matthias by casting lots. [1] Casting lots, while it may be a convenient way of settling many minor difficulties, is not a method designed to disclose the divine will. [2] The Romans bodily took over Greek culture, putting representative government in the place of government by lot. [3] Modern survivals of this shamanism proclivity for casting lots are illustrated, not only in the many games of chance but also in child games. [4] Soldiers divided Jesus’ clothes by casting lots. [5]