Walls in the stone and mudbuilt houses are known to have had decorative frescoes. Substantial finds of pottery and tools have been unearthed from this era. These developments were perhaps due to the influence of the Canaanites who planned towns, developed architectural methods and tools. Invasions may be the reason why this thriving civilization was brought to an end. A resurgence in the development o civilisation and trading took place, making the era one of ancient Jordan's most prosperous.
Excavations show an enormous wealth of artistic know how.
Jordan and Palestine fell to the Egyptians. Trading between all parts of the Middle East and beyond seems to have been well developed. The bulk of Old Testament events took place during this era. Several kingdoms, including those of the Ammonites, the Edomites, and the Moabites, emerged in Jordan, dividing up the land. A well developed agricultural community is known to have existed at Tawilan near Ain Mousa in southern Jordan.