Mach-sheifelah.

A conjunction of two words; one, Yiddish, the other, Hebrew; A female who fakes the persona of a caring, pleasant, and outstanding individual who could "do no wrong", when, in actuality, said individual is a witch.

Rivky, the woman who recites Psalms as she walks the streets, is a full-fledged Mach-sheifelah.

by JWR Eitor in Chief July 15, 2025