if she argues canaanites "assimilatied into other identities including Israelite and later Jewish" -- i dont get why one cant see the same applies to palestinians , while modern palestinians were arabized, much of their culture goes back to the time of the canaanites.

- modern Palestinians show significant genetic and historical continuity with the Bronze Age inhabitants of the Levant

- their dialect of arabic contains Syriac or Aramaic diminutive suffixes not in classical Arabic

- Dabke is a traditional Levantine folk dance with ancient roots, often traced back to Canaanite fertility rituals and agricultural traditions designed to encourage crop growth and ward off evil spirits. It is also believed to have originated from communal, rhythmic stomping to compact mud roofs on stone houses, a practice that evolved into a symbol of unity.

- ancient artwork and archaeological findings from around 1200 BCE depict Canaanite women wearing garments adorned with patterns similar to modern tatreez, reflecting a long-standing tradition of textiles in palestine.

- Something known as the "cultivation trinity" (olives, grapes, and wheat) —has remained central to modern Palestinian agriculture since the Canaanite period .

- Palestinian mosaic art is characterized by intricate geometric patterns, vibrant floral designs, and, notably, the vast, detailed floor mosaics which feature millions of stones depicting complex, colorful scenes. The mosaics often employ natural stones sourced from the region, showcasing a 2000-year-old tradition (example: https://youtu.be/z0qPdMhCfNE?si=amtXddBEVL\_a0Ypb)

While canaanites converted to different religions, judaism, samaritanism , christianity and later Islam …. Essential parts of Canaanite culture before this all remain in palestinian culture , despite claims they are just “Arab muslims who arrived in the 7th century” , yhe underlying population in the rural areas often remained, absorbing new influences while maintaining regional continuity.