Gamaliel, a bright and optimistic young boy despite the dark circumstances surrounding his birth. He was unaware of his mother's trauma and he didn't understand why she treated him with such hatred. She blamed Gamaliel for her suffering, but he was only an innocent child. He was kind and friendly but constantly reminded his mother of her pain whenever she looked at Gamaliel's face. She was unable to see past Gamaliel's resemblance to someone who had selfishly gotten her pregnant.