Canaan Collection

Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still upon Gibeon, 1816. Creator: John Martin
Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still upon Gibeon, 1816

Spies Sent to Canaan
Moses sends spies into Canaan to assess the quality of the land : they return with fine grapes, so the Hebrews decide to go there despite the hostility of the Canaanites

Jews crossing the Jordan River with the Ark of the Covenant
Hebrews carrying the Ark of the Covenant across the Jordan River into the Promised Land. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Historical map of Palestine with the twelve tribes of Israel. Colored steel engraving, published in 1886

Illustration of strip of land known as the fertile crescent which stretched from Egypt through Canaan and Mesopotamia to Babylonia in the Old Testament

1865, Spruner Map of Israel, Canaan, or Palestine in Ancient Times, topography, cartography
1865, Spruner Map of Israel, Canaan, or Palestine in Ancient Times

Baal, god of the ancient Mideast
Ancient Phoenician or Canaanite deity Baal holding an infant. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Map of Canaan according to Bible, 1830
2604040 Map of Canaan according to Bible, 1830; (add.info.: Map of Canaan divided into the territories of the Twelve Tribes of Israel as described in the "Bible", Numbers 23:54)

Jesus speaking with the woman of Canaan and promising cure for daughter vexed with a devil. Bible Matthew 15.22
535922 Jesus speaking with the woman of Canaan and promising cure for daughter vexed with a devil. Bible Matthew 15.22. Wood engraving of 1865.; (add.info)

The Wedding at Canaan, 1870 (engraving)
535928 The Wedding at Canaan, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: The Wedding at Canaan. Jesus turning water into wine. Illustration by Frederick, Lord Leighton)

Jacob Returning to Canaan, Genesis xxxi, 17, 18 (colour litho)
8646004 Jacob Returning to Canaan, Genesis xxxi, 17, 18 (colour litho) by Pratt, William (1854-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jacob Returning to Canaan, Genesis xxxi, 17, 18)

The return of Joshua and Caleb with a huge bunch of grapes from the land of Canaan (Promised Land)
FGL5465121 The return of Joshua and Caleb with a huge bunch of grapes from the land of Canaan (Promised Land).; Fototeca Gilardi.

Map of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, Canaan, or Palestine, as it was divided between the twelve tribes of Israel
6117853 Map of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, Canaan, or Palestine, as it was divided between the twelve tribes of Israel. After a map published in 1750 (map); Photo © Ken Welsh

The Exodus or Journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan (colour litho)
8630306 The Exodus or Journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Old Testament: "A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey" (colour litho)
8658736 Old Testament: "A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey" (colour litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: "A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey")

The Capture of the Five Kings (litho)
8661285 The Capture of the Five Kings (litho) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Capture of the Five Kings)

Jacob's Return to Canaan. Creator: Quellinus, Erasmus, the Younger (1607-1678)
Jacob's Return to Canaan. Private Collection

Christ and the Canaanite woman, unknown date. Creator: Anon
Christ and the Canaanite woman, unknown date

The Wedding at Cana, 1577. Creator: Cornelis Cort
The Wedding at Cana, 1577

The Meeting of Jacob and Esau, c.1610-1620. Creator: Jacob Symonsz. Pynas
The Meeting of Jacob and Esau, c.1610-1620. Upon God's command Jacob returned to Canaan, the land of his birth, after an absence of 20 years

Christ and the Women of Canaan, c1520. Creator: Rocco Marconi
Christ and the Women of Canaan, c1520

Christ and the Woman of Canaan, 1617. Creator: Pieter Lastman
Christ and the Woman of Canaan, 1617

Jael and Sisera, c. 1523. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Jael and Sisera, c. 1523

Jael and Sisera, c. 1513. Creator: Albrecht Altdorfer
Jael and Sisera, c. 1513

Abraham's Arrival at Sichem, n.d. Creator: Cornelis de Visscher
Abraham's Arrival at Sichem, n.d

Angel Speeding Abraham, n.d. Creator: Cornelis de Visscher
Angel Speeding Abraham, n.d

The Angel Promising the Land of Sichem to Abraham, n.d. Creator: Cornelis de Visscher
The Angel Promising the Land of Sichem to Abraham, n.d

The Sea of Galilee, from an Atlas of the World in 33 Maps, Venice, 1st September 1553
XOT330965 The Sea of Galilee, from an Atlas of the World in 33 Maps, Venice, 1st September 1553 (ink on vellum) (detail from 330966) by Agnese, Battista (1514-64); Museo Correr, Venice

Abraham enters the land of Canaan, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665391 Abraham enters the land of Canaan, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Abraham enters the land of Canaan, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Yes, Lord: yet the dogs under the table eat of the childrens crumbs, mid-late 19th century. Biblical scene, from Mark 7: 28: And she answered and said unto him, Yes

Limestone stela with a dedication to Baal, from Carthage, north Africa, 2nd-1st century BC
Limestone stela with a dedication to Baal, from Carthage, north Africa (modern Tunisia), 2nd-1st century BC. This stela comes from a religious precinct known as the tophet at Carthage

Babylonian terracotta statuette of Astarte
Terracotta statuette of Astarte/Ishtar from Susa, from the Louvres collection

Baal, chief god of the Canaanites, 1804
Baal, god of the Canaanites, 1804. Baal, god of fertility and king of the gods of the Canaanites. He reared up an altar for Baal, in the house of Baal, in Samaria (I Kings 16:32)

Map of Canaan divided into the twelve tribes of Israel, c1830
Map of Canaan divided into the twelve tribes of Israel, 1830. Map of Canaan divided into the territories of the Twelve Tribes of Israel as described in the Bible, Numbers 23:54. Engraving c1830

The Beth Shean Gate lintel inscribed with Ramesses III
The Beth Shean Gate lintel inscribed with the name of Ramesses III. 12th Century BC. Limestone. Rockefeller Archaeological Museum. Jerusalem, Israel. Date: 2014

Palestine. Map
7269229 Palestine. Map by Faden, William (1750-1836); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palaestina quce et chanaan et terra Promissionis vel terra sancta)

DDE-90039722
USA, West Virginia. Canaan Valley. Blackwater Canyon as seen from Lindy Point in Blackwater Falls State Park. Date: 31/01/2013

Ancient Philistines with their armour (chromolitho)
7153585 Ancient Philistines with their armour (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Philistines with their armour)

Joshua and the Israelites crossing the River Jordan and entering Canaan (engraving)
7172324 Joshua and the Israelites crossing the River Jordan and entering Canaan (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Abraham setting out on his journey to Canaan (engraving)
7172286 Abraham setting out on his journey to Canaan (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Abraham setting out on his journey to Canaan (Genesis 12)

The journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan (engraving)
7192908 The journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The journeyings of the Israelites from Egypt to Canaan)

Israelites defeating the Amorite army after Joshua commanded the Sun and Moon to stand still (engraving)
7172327 Israelites defeating the Amorite army after Joshua commanded the Sun and Moon to stand still (engraving) by European School

The trumpets of Joshua bringing down the walls of Jericho (engraving)
7172321 The trumpets of Joshua bringing down the walls of Jericho (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christ and the Woman of Canaan, St Mark, Chapter 7, Verses 24-30 (engraving)
7193134 Christ and the Woman of Canaan, St Mark, Chapter 7, Verses 24-30 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ and the Woman of Canaan, St Mark)

Canaan as divided among the Twelve Tribes (engraving)
7180848 Canaan as divided among the Twelve Tribes (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canaan as divided among the Twelve Tribes)

Death of Moses after he sees the promised land of Canaan from the summit of Mount Nebo (engraving)
7172323 Death of Moses after he sees the promised land of Canaan from the summit of Mount Nebo (engraving) by European School

Spies sent into Canaan returning to report to Moses (engraving)
7172319 Spies sent into Canaan returning to report to Moses (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The spies carrying grapes proving the fertility of Canaan (chromolitho)
7185796 The spies carrying grapes proving the fertility of Canaan (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Canaan: A Land of Ancient Wonders and Biblical Tales" Step into the realm of Canaan, a land steeped in history and myth. From Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still upon Gibeon to Spies Sent to Canaan, this captivating region has witnessed extraordinary events that have shaped civilizations. As we traverse through time, imagine the Jews crossing the Jordan River with the Ark of the Covenant, carrying their sacred relic towards a promised destiny. The Historical map of Palestine reveals how twelve tribes of Israel once roamed these very lands, leaving an indelible mark on its topography. Canaan's significance stretches beyond borders; it was part of a strip known as the fertile crescent - a cradle for ancient civilizations like Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Babylonia. This illustration showcases its vastness and importance in biblical narratives. Exploring further, we encounter Baal, god worshipped by ancient Mideastern cultures. His influence can be seen in artifacts like The Beth Shean Gate lintel inscribed with Ramesses III or even a Limestone stela dedicated to Baal from Carthage. Nature's beauty also graces Canaan's landscapes. Behold The Sea of Galilee shimmering under Venetian cartographer's brushstrokes in 1553—an enchanting sight that has inspired countless souls throughout history. Returning to biblical tales once more, Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still reminds us of divine intervention amidst battles fought by faith. And just as Jesus acknowledged that "the dogs under the table eat of children's crumbs, " mid-late 19th-century artwork captures moments where humility triumphs over pride within this storied land. Let your imagination wander through time as you explore Canaan—a place where legends were born and destinies intertwined—leaving an everlasting imprint on human history.