Son of Mona and Salman. Born in 1939 in the village of Yarka, son of a well-known family and brother of Muhammad, Said, Salim and Anthisar. He grew up and was educated in his native village.

In his youth, he enlisted in the IDF and served in the infantry. In 1958, he was discharged from his service and turned to continue his contribution within the security forces: first in the Border Guard and later in the prison service, where he served faithfully until his last day.

Over the years, he took part in the fighting in the Six-Day War (1967) and the Yom Kippur War (1973). Jamal distinguished himself with his dedication and courage, and for his work he received a special medal of appreciation during the Six-Day War, among other things for his volunteering to rescue casualties under fire.

In his personal life, Jamal was married to Suhaila, and they had nine children – Nariman, Salman, Iman, Hana, Nabila, Nabil, Nabal, Muna and Noel. He was a faithful husband and loving father, who dedicated his life to his family and its well-being.

On Monday, November 5, 1979, Jamal passed away after suffering a heart attack at his home. He was forty years old when he died. Jamal was laid to rest in the cemetery in the village of Yarka. He left behind a wife, nine children, brothers and sisters.