Is casting lots considered prophecy?

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In Joshua 18:6 (NASB)

And you shall write a description of the land in seven divisions, and bring the description here to me. Then I will cast lots for you here before the Lord our God.

or in Jonah 1:7 (NASB) (could’ve referenced even more passages on casting lots)

And each man said to his mate, “Come, let’s cast lots so that we may find out on whose account this catastrophe has struck us.” So they cast lots, and the lot fell on Jonah.

was wondering… Is "cast lots" considered prophecy (opposite of divination)?

Glossary of terms

divination – the art of obtaining secret knowledge, especially of the future by demonic power
prophecy – the art of obtaining secret knowledge, especially of the future by the Spirit of God