Bible Dictionary
Gamul
Gamul was the head of the twenty-second priestly course established for service at the sanctuary.
Definition
Gamul, whose name means “weaned,” was the head of the twenty-second priestly course.
Biblical Usage
Gamul appears in the record of the priestly divisions serving at the sanctuary.
Historical Background
He belonged to the system of twenty-four priestly courses inaugurated by David.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Weaned the leader of one of the priestly courses (1 Chr. 24:17).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(weaned), a priest, the leader of the twenty-second course in the service at the sanctuary. (1 Chronicles 24:17) (B.C. 535.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ga'-mul (gamul, "weaned"):</p><p>The head of the 22nd of the 24 courses of priests inaugurated by David (1Ch 24:17).</p>