Genesis 10:8-11

8 Cush was the father of Nimrod, who grew to be a mighty warrior on the earth.

9 He was a mighty hunter before the Lord; that is why it is said, “Like Nimrod, a mighty hunter before the Lord.”

10 The first centers of his kingdom were Babylon, Erech, Akkad and Calneh, in Shinar.

11 From that land he went to Assyria, where he built Nineveh, Rehoboth Ir, Calah

Cross References for Genesis 10:8-11

Micah 5:6 - They will rule the land of Assyria with the sword, the land of Nimrod with drawn sword. He will... Click to read the verse Micah 5:6 Click to read the verse Micah 5:6

Ezekiel 38:5 - Persia, Cush and Put will be with them, all with shields and helmets, Click to read the verse Ezekiel 38:5 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 38:5