​The nature of the Canaanite religion / Features of the Canaanite religion/attributes that show the nature of the Canaanite religion

  1. ​It was based on nature/cosmic/cyclic/changes in seasons.
  2. It was polytheistic/comprised of many gods and goddesses.
  3. Symbols/idols/images were made to represent each god/goddess.
  4. Temple prostitution was part of the worship of gods and goddesses.
  5. Human and animal sacrifices were made to the gods/goddesses.
  6. Festivals and feasts were celebrated in honour of the gods and goddesses.
  7. Rituals were performed to ensure continued fertility and well-being of the community.
  8. Each god and goddess played a specific role in the community.
  9. There was a chief god and goddess from whom all other gods sought support
  10. Temples and shrines were dedicated to the gods and goddesses
  11. There were prophets, prophetesses and priests dedicated to the service of the gods and goddesses