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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Caanan</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/c/caanan.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/genesis/23-2.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/c/caanan.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Caanan</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/b/byword_among_women.htm" title="Byword among Women">◄</a> Caanan <a href="/topical/c/cab.htm" title="Cab">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Introduction:</b> <br>Canaan is a significant geographical and historical region in the Bible, often associated with the land promised by God to the descendants of Abraham. It is a land rich in biblical history and theology, serving as the backdrop for many pivotal events in the Old Testament.<br><br><b>Geographical Location:</b> <br>Canaan is located in the ancient Near East, encompassing parts of modern-day Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. The region is bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the west, the Jordan River to the east, and stretches from the Sinai Peninsula in the south to the Lebanon Mountains in the north.<br><br><b>Biblical Significance:</b> <br>Canaan holds a central place in biblical narratives, particularly in the context of God's covenant with Abraham. In <a href="/genesis/12-5.htm">Genesis 12:5-7</a> , God promises this land to Abraham and his descendants: "So Abram took his wife Sarai, his nephew Lot, all the possessions they had accumulated, and the people they had acquired in Haran, and they set out for the land of Canaan. And they arrived there. Abram traveled through the land as far as the site of the great tree of Moreh at Shechem. At that time the Canaanites were in the land. Then the LORD appeared to Abram and said, 'To your offspring I will give this land.' So he built an altar there to the LORD, who had appeared to him."<br><br><b>Inhabitants and Culture:</b> <br>The Canaanites, the original inhabitants of the land, were known for their polytheistic beliefs and practices, which often stood in contrast to the monotheistic faith of the Israelites. The Canaanite religion included the worship of deities such as Baal and Asherah, which the Israelites were repeatedly warned against adopting (<a href="/judges/2-11.htm">Judges 2:11-13</a>).<br><br><b>Conquest and Settlement:</b> <br>The conquest of Canaan is a major theme in the book of Joshua. Under Joshua's leadership, the Israelites entered Canaan and began to take possession of the land as God had commanded. <a href="/joshua/1-2.htm">Joshua 1:2-3</a> states, "Moses My servant is dead. Now therefore arise, cross over the Jordan—you and all this people—to the land that I am giving to the children of Israel. I have given you every place where the sole of your foot will tread, just as I promised to Moses."<br><br><b>Canaan in Prophecy and Promise:</b> <br>Canaan is not only a physical territory but also a symbol of God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises. The land serves as a tangible representation of the covenant relationship between God and His people. The promise of Canaan is reiterated throughout the Scriptures, emphasizing God's unwavering commitment to His covenant with Israel (<a href="/exodus/6-4.htm">Exodus 6:4</a>).<br><br><b>Moral and Spiritual Lessons:</b> <br>The history of Canaan and its conquest by the Israelites offers numerous moral and spiritual lessons. It underscores the importance of faithfulness to God's commands and the dangers of idolatry and syncretism. The Israelites' experiences in Canaan serve as a reminder of the blessings of obedience and the consequences of disobedience.<br><br><b>Conclusion:</b> <br>While Canaan is a historical and geographical entity, its significance extends beyond its physical boundaries. It represents God's promise, faithfulness, and the spiritual journey of His people. The narratives surrounding Canaan continue to inspire and instruct believers in their walk with God.<a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/various/the_testaments_of_the_twelve_patriarchs/iv_the_testament_of_judah_concerning.htm"><span class="l">The Testament of Judah Concerning Fortitude, and Love of Money <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> deceived, and I fell before her. And while I was away, she went and took for<br> Shelah a wife from the land of <b>Caanan</b>. And when I knew what <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../iv the testament of judah concerning.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/c/caanan.htm"><span class="l"><b>Caanan</b> (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Caanan</b> (3 Occurrences). Genesis 23:2 and Sarah<br> dieth in Kirjath-Arba, which 'is' Hebron, in the land of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/caanan.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/by-word.htm"><span class="l">By-word (6 Occurrences)</span></a><br>By-word. Byword, By-word. <b>Caanan</b> . Easton's Bible Dictionary Hebrew millah <b>...</b> the<br> people. (WBS). Byword, By-word. <b>Caanan</b> . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/by-word.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/d/dieth.htm"><span class="l">Dieth (192 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (YLT). Genesis 23:2 and Sarah dieth in Kirjath-Arba, which 'is' Hebron, in the land<br> of <b>Caanan</b>, and Abraham goeth in to mourn for Sarah, and to bewail her. (YLT) <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/d/dieth.htm - 34k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/blesseth.htm"><span class="l">Blesseth (55 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 28:1 And Isaac calleth unto Jacob, and blesseth him, and commandeth him,<br> and saith to him, 'Thou dost not take a wife of the daughters of <b>Caanan</b>; (YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/blesseth.htm - 22k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/bewail.htm"><span class="l">Bewail (9 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 23:2 and Sarah dieth in Kirjath-Arba, which 'is' Hebron, in the land of<br><b>Caanan</b>, and Abraham goeth in to mourn for Sarah, and to bewail her. (YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/bewail.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/cab.htm"><span class="l">Cab (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/cab.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/commandeth.htm"><span class="l">Commandeth (60 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 28:1 And Isaac calleth unto Jacob, and blesseth him, and commandeth him,<br> and saith to him, 'Thou dost not take a wife of the daughters of <b>Caanan</b>; (YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/commandeth.htm - 25k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/calleth.htm"><span class="l">Calleth (261 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 28:1 And Isaac calleth unto Jacob, and blesseth him, and commandeth him,<br> and saith to him, 'Thou dost not take a wife of the daughters of <b>Caanan</b>; (YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/calleth.htm - 35k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/land-of-Canaan.html">What is the significance of the land of Canaan in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/curse-Ham-Canaan.html">Why did Noah curse Ham / Canaan? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Canaanites.html">Who were the Canaanites? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Caanan (3 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/genesis/23-2.htm">Genesis 23:2</a></span><br />and Sarah dieth in Kirjath-Arba, which 'is' Hebron, in the land of <span class="boldtext">Caanan</span>, and Abraham goeth in to mourn for Sarah, and to bewail her.<br /><span class="source">(YLT)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/genesis/28-1.htm">Genesis 28:1</a></span><br />And Isaac calleth unto Jacob, and blesseth him, and commandeth him, and saith to him, 'Thou dost not take a wife of the daughters of <span class="boldtext">Caanan</span>;<br /><span class="source">(YLT)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/genesis/42-5.htm">Genesis 42:5</a></span><br />And the sons of Israel came to buy among those that came: for the famine was in the land of Canaan.<br /><span class="source">(See JPS)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/c/caanan.htm">Caanan</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/k/kab.htm">Kab (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/l/lud.htm">Lud (10 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/l/ludim.htm">Ludim (3 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