Erech

Pronunciation: EE-rek

Occurrences: 1

First Reference: Beginnings 25:2

Now in the lands of Shinar, by the waters of Diyalah, did Nimrod the son of Cush rule, for he had built up the waste places, and Babel was made prince among all the cities of the plain.

For he built also the city of Erech and placed upon the throne thereof Mardon; and he established the foundation of Luzon, for there was fought there in ancient times a great battle.

Beginnings 25:1-2

See: Nimrod, Mardon

Summary: Located in the southern part of Mesopotamia near the banks of the Euphrates river, Erech was one of the cities of Nimrod’s kingdom in the lands of Shinar (B:25:1-2).

Notes/References:

Ephraim

Eroel