λαγχάνω lanchánō

Meaning

to lot, i.e. determine (by implication, receive) especially by lot

In the King James Version: his lot be, cast lots, obtain

Derivation: a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is only used as an alternate in certain tenses;

Where it is used

• Luke 1:9 he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.
• John 19:24 So they said to one another, “Let us not tear it. Instead, let us cast lots to see who will get it.” This was to fulfill the Scripture: “They divided My garments among them, and cast lots for My clothing.” So that is what the soldiers did.
• Acts 1:17 He was one of our number and shared in this ministry.”
• 2 Peter 1:1 Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: