Kush

1. Introduction Sudan, located directly south of Egypt and straddling the Nile Valley, occupies a region of deep biblical significance. Known in the Bible as Cush, this territory is referenced repeatedly across Old and New Testament texts. Cush is often associated with strength, distance, wealth, and divine purpose, reflecting both…

1. Introduction Kush (also spelled Cush) is a prominent biblical region, traditionally associated with areas of modern-day Sudan, South Sudan, and parts of Ethiopia. Frequently mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments, Kush is depicted as an ancient and powerful civilisation deeply involved in the biblical narrative—through genealogy, prophecy,…