King James Bible
"And the name of the second river is Gihon: the same is it that compasseth the whole land of Ethiopia."
This identifies the second of four rivers flowing from Eden, continuing the geographical description begun in verse 11. The name Gihon means "bursting forth" or "gushing" in Hebrew, suggesting a powerful water source. The river is described as surrounding or encircling the land of Cush (translated as Ethiopia), though the exact location remains debated among scholars. This detail emphasizes Eden's connection to the known ancient world while maintaining its mysterious, primordial character.