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Gamul is mentioned briefly in 1Ch.24.17 as the head of the twenty-second division of priests during the reign of King David. David, along with Zadok and Ahimelech, organized the priests into twenty-four divisions to ensure a systematic and orderly service in the tabernacle (and later the temple). Each division was responsible for serving for a specific period, and the order was determined by casting lots (1Ch.24.1-19). Gamul's division would have been responsible for a week of service twice a year, as well as during the major festivals. The organization of the priestly divisions was an important step in establishing a structured and efficient system for worship and sacrifice in ancient Israel. Although no further details are provided about Gamul himself, his inclusion in this list highlights the significance of the priestly role in maintaining the spiritual life of the nation.

Names, relations and descriptions from TIPNR by STEP Bible / Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0