Gamaliel

Gamaliel, a respected Pharisee and teacher of the law, was Paul's mentor and advised the Sanhedrin to be cautious in their treatment of the apostles.

The name Gamaliel means “recompense of God; camel of God”

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Summary

A man living at the time of the New Testament, first mentioned at Acts 5:34; only referred to as Gamaliel (Γαμαλιήλ).

Events

Dates are approximate

Gamaliel advises the counsel and Apostles freedc. AD 30

Glossary entries

Alternative names

ΓαμαλιήλGamaliel

Mentions

Acts 5:34
But a Pharisee named Gamaliel, a teacher of the law who was honored by all the people, stood up in the Sanhedrin and ordered that the men be put outside for a short time.
Acts 22:3
“I am a Jew, born in Tarsus of Cilicia, but raised in this city. I was educated at the feet of Gamaliel in strict conformity to the law of our fathers. I was just as zealous for God as any of you are today.