Jews Descended from Canaanites?
Question
Hello again, Rabbi(s).
I have heard that a 2020 study proves that Jews are descended from Canaanites. They say that -- consistent across various Jewish and even Arabic groups -- Jews' DNA originates from Canaanite samples in ancient sites.
Biblically, Canaan is Cham's son, whereas Yisrael and Yishmael (Arabs) are Shem's descendants.
In your tradition, is there an explanation for these findings?
Thank you.
https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/ancient-cultures/ancient-near-eastern-world/jews-and-arabs-descended-from-canaanites/
https://api.nationalgeographic.com/distribution/public/amp/history/2020/05/dna-from-biblical-canaanites-lives-modern-arabs-jews