Holy Lie of the Midwives

Holy Lie of the Midwives: Heroes of Faith in Dire Times

Most likely, few people, even those who actively read the Bible, can immediately recount the story of two women named Shiphrah and Puah. They are more well-known not by their names, but by their profession. These were the midwives of the ancient Hebrews during the harshest period of slavery in Egypt.

On one hand, they are known as sincere and God-fearing women. On the other hand, their actions have often evoked mixed feelings in many people. They are associated with the emergence of what is called a holy lie, used to save the lives of Hebrew boys.