Bible Dictionary

Canaan

an ancient land located in the region later inhabited by the Israelites

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

19 of 116

Letter

C

Meaning

an ancient land located in the region later inhabited by the Israelites

Key Scriptures

  • Genesis 12
  • Genesis 15
  • Numbers 13
  • Joshua 1

Also Called

land of canaan

Basic Meaning

Canaan was an ancient region in the Near East.

The name is used to describe both a land and the people who lived there.


Biblical Usage

Canaan appears throughout the Old Testament, particularly in passages concerning Abraham, Israel, and the conquest of the land.

Many historical and prophetic passages contain references to Canaan.


  • Israel
  • Anakim
  • Promised Land

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Scriptures

  • Genesis 12
  • Genesis 15
  • Numbers 13
  • Joshua 1

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