Canaanite mythology

Canaanite mythology is the collection of beliefs and stories from ancient Canaan, a region that includes modern-day Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. The mythology features a pantheon of deities, including Baal (the storm god), Astarte (goddess of love and war), and El (the chief god). These gods represented natural forces, such as fertility and storms, and were often involved in myths about creation, conflict, and agriculture. The Canaanites believed in a cyclical relationship between the gods and the land, influencing their rituals and culture, particularly in relation to farming and seasonal changes.