Gamael
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Gamael in the Bible?
Gamael was a chief of the family of Ithamar who went up from Babylon with Ezra, and is also referred to as Daniel in Ezra 8:2.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Gamael as Daniel clarifies textual variations in Ezra 8, demonstrating how scribal traditions or alternative names were used for key figures in the restoration of the Jewish community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Gamael reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Gamael in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gamael clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 8:2
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Gamael." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gamael/