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TIL ''There is a historical narrative found in the New Testament of the Holy Bible that refers to the practices of gambling during Christ’s lifetime. In fact, once Christ had been crucified, the bible mentions that the Roman soldiers cast lots (dice variation) for his clothes.''

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