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Is it Immoral to Lie to Pharaoh?
The situation with the Hebrew midwives lying to Pharaoh may not involve necessarily untrue statements, and in some cases, the truth may not be fully disclosed. However, Pharaoh's murderous intentions against the Hebrews position him against God's kingdom, and thus, he forfeits the right to the truth. The Lord often treats enemies as enemies, as demonstrated in various situations in the Old Testament. It is emphasized that the Lord remains righteous and true, even though he may appear deceptive to the crooked. This aligns with the notion of suffering for doing what is good, as missionaries today may also be prepared to endure suffering for righteousness.