A Palestinian farmer in Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip, found today, Monday, a Canaanite statue, dating back to regarding 2500 BC, while he was cultivating his land..
Palestinian media confirmed that the statue is 22 cm long, made of limestone, with an integrated head without the body, and attached to the head the crown of the snake, which was used by the gods as a symbol of strength and invincibility..
The Canaanite statue belongs to the Canaanite goddess Anah, the goddess of love, beauty and war, according to Canaanite mythology and belief.“.
It is noteworthy that many archaeological and historical discoveries were made in Gaza during the last period, following excavations or research by citizens in their lands and homes, which indicates the succession of different civilizations on Palestine.