The earliest known inhabitants of Palestine were the Canaanites, a Semitic people.
According to historical accounts, Palestine was initially inhabited by various Semitic groups, with the Canaanites being among the first to establish themselves in the region. The reference text states: "In early times, Palestine was inhabited by Semitic peoples, the earliest being the Canaanites." It's also noted that Abraham, considered a common ancestor of both Jews and Arabs, migrated from Ur to Canaan.
