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Matthew 27:35, NLT

35After they had nailed him to the cross, the soldiers gambled for his clothes by throwing dice.*27:35 Greek by casting lots. A few late manuscripts add This fulfilled the word of the prophet: “They divided my garments among themselves and cast lots for my robe.” See Ps 22:18.