The ancient name for the land that now includes Israel, Lebanon, and parts of Syria and Jordan was often referred to as Canaan. This region was inhabited by various Semitic peoples and is significant in biblical history. It was known for its rich agricultural land and was a central area in ancient trade routes. The term "Canaan" is frequently mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in relation to the Israelites' journey and settlement in the Promised Land.
Jordan.
Mesopotamia
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The remains of the city of Petra are located in Jordan.
Ancient Edom was southeast of the Dead Sea, in what is now southern Jordan.
The ancient city of Petra, is located in Jordan.
Petra in Jordan.
Petra
God stated that the Jordan river would be Israel's eastern border (Numbers ch.34).
Amman Jordan was built on top of the ancient city of Philadelphia
Ancient people of northwestern Arabia, centered in modern Jordan.
The same as today: the Jordan River and the Kinneret (Sea of Galilee).