T2 H&G 2 WK 21: Old Testament Lands

The Land of Canaan had this in their land that made other civilizations like Egypt and Mesopotamia want to gain control of the area.

• Cedar Trees

• Gold

• Ivory

Canaanite craftsmen were very skilled. Give two examples of crafts that they made.

• pottery

• gold jewelry

• fishing nets

• ivory sculptures

Who are the Philistines?

• They are people who wandered through the dessert and settled in Egypt.

• They are a tribe of Sea People who settled in Palestine.

• They are cousins of the Canaanites.

Why were the Philistines feared?

These were Nomads in the Desert who trade kohl with the Egyptians.

He was the hero of the war against the Philistines.

How did Canaan split into two kingdoms?

• It was because Solomon died and their was no heir.

• Some Israelites did not like the new king which divided the Kingdom.