Shiphrah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shiphrah in the Bible?
Shiprah is named in Exodus 1:15 as one of the Hebrew midwives, alongside Puah, who refused to execute the male infants of Israel as commanded by the Egyptian king.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Shiprah clarifies the narrative of Exodus 1, illustrating how specific individuals resisted state oppression and contributed to the preservation of the Israelite population.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shiphrah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shiphrah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shiphrah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Exodus 1:15
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Shiphrah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shiphrah/