ATS Bible Dictionary Shiphrah and PuahMidwives in Egypt, who through the fear of God spared the newborn sons of the Hebrews, contrary to the orders of the king. God rewarded their kindness to his people, though condemning no doubt the untruthfulness of their excuse to the king. He "made them houses," that is, probably gave each of them a numerous family, Exodus 1:15 21. Library Some General Matters and Some Biblical Characters. The Bible Book ... Appeal to the Christian Women of the South Subtopics Links Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |