Is The Philippines The Biblical Land of Ophir? Congressman Sparks Debate

via Rappler, 01 August 2023: It’s rare we have a pseudoarchaeology post – Philippine Congressman Dan Fernandez, in a 24-minute speech, entertained the theory that the Philippines could be the biblical land of Ophir, citing various speculative historical evidence and contemporary conspiracy theories.

Santa Rosa City Representative Dan Fernandez is flirting with – or maybe seriously entertaining – the idea that the Philippines is the land of Ophir, a biblical region or port that is supposedly rich in gold.

Its exact location is unknown, but a quick search on Facebook would indicate that it has caught the attention of conspiracy theorists in the Philippines.

Source: In lengthy speech, congressman rambles about theory on ancient Philippines

See also:

• What Is Ophir and Why Does a Laguna Congressman Think the Philippines Could Be It? | Esquire, 01 Aug 2023

This YouTube explainer, by a Filipino, explains the biblical land of Ophir for context.