History in the Bible Podcast

The Patriarchs in Canaan

Podcast Episodes: 1.10 Genesis III: Abraham is Called to 1.12.

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The book of Genesis associates the three patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob/Israel with different parts of Canaan. Abraham is located right in the middle of the central highlands. Jacob operates across the river Jordan in the Gilead. Israel is connected to the far southern region of Idumea.

In Canaan

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Areas associated with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob/Israel in ancient Canaan

Areas associated with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob/Israel in ancient Canaan. Click the map to enlarge.

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