Ophir is in India. I make this statement, which is contrary to several scholar's opinions, because there is evidence from sources that indicate strongly, India is the source of much gold being produced and shipped - from ancient times and to this day.
One example comes from the Bible at, I Kings 10:11, as well as other places in the Bible.
Israel's King Solomon received shipments of gold every three years, among other items; such as peacocks, apes, ivory, and algum wood. All of which, are native to India........
One example comes from the Bible at, I Kings 10:11, as well as other places in the Bible.
Israel's King Solomon received shipments of gold every three years, among other items; such as peacocks, apes, ivory, and algum wood. All of which, are native to India........