# Memphis #

## Definition: ##

Memphis was an ancient capital city in Egypt, along the Nile River.

* Memphis was located in Lower Egypt, just south of the Nile River delta, where the soil was very fertile and crops were plentiful.
* Its fertile soil and important location between Upper and Lower Egypt caused Memphis to become a major city of trade and commerce.

(Translation suggestions: [Translating Names](en/ta-vol1/translate/man/translate-names))

(See also: [Egypt](../other/egypt.md), [Nile River](../other/nileriver.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [Hosea 09:5-6](en/tn/hos/help/09/05)