He was rich, and owned many houses, many goods. Among these possessions, he began an art collection. He was considered as belonging to the lowest caste. However, he made some friends among it. He was seen as a true poet, and legends says that he couldn't live without reading and writing. Years after, some of the works Canaan made are still enjoyed and sometimes studied. He was physically powerful, with a perfect body in a perfect health.He was a determined one, living an independant way of life.