Pharaoh and the Midwives

Pharaoh and the Midwives by James Tissot
Artist
James Tissot
Date
c.1896 - c.1902
Style
Symbolism
Genre
Religious painting
"Pharaoh and the Midwives" is a compelling Religious painting that depicts the biblical story of the midwives' bravery in defying Pharaoh's orders to kill Hebrew male infants. The scene subtly employs symbolism to highlight themes of resistance and moral courage. The midwives, representing compassion and righteousness, care for newborns and mothers during childbirth, a process central to midwifery. The painting's composition and use of color evoke a sense of divine justice, emphasizing the moral resilience found within this historical moment.

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