The answer is: Dan

Josh 19:40-49 - A survey was made of the land for the last seven tribes and then given to them by casting lots.

In the excited narrative of the Book of Joshua, we find the land of Canaan divvied up among the tribes of Israel. Imagine the anticipation, the camaraderie, and perhaps a bit of tension as each tribe awaits their turn. Absolutely fittingly, the last tribe waiting in the wings was Dan. You can almost picture them tapping their feet, glancing over at others with their territories, and dreaming about their prospects.

The casting of lots for land allocation not only left considerable room for speculation—driven by divine providence—but it held a deep-rooted connection to ancient Hebrew customs. The Hebrews believed that lots could be an instrument of God’s will, much like prayer. The practice echoed back to earlier minerals of chance even seen in the selection of the scape-goat on the Day of Atonement.

Interestingly, Dan's journey after receiving their lands wasn't smooth sailing! They struggled against the fierce Philistines, prompting them to embark on a quest further north, where they eventually captured the city of Laish, renaming it Dan. It serves as an inspiring biblical motif: sometimes, hardships may push us to seek new paths outside our established territories.

In their eventual strides, the tribe hopes to redeem their fortunes, reminding readers of resilience and adaptation in faith, circulating stories of overcoming odds—and isn’t that something we can all relate to in our personal narratives?