The name that is transliterated as “Elizabeth” or “Elisabeth” in English means “God of the oath,” “God is her oath,” a worshiper of God,” “my God has sworn.” (Source: Cornwall / Smith 1997 )

In Spanish Sign Language it is translated through the relationship with Mary, i.e. “cousin of Mary.” (Source: John Elwode in The Bible Translator 2008, p. 78ff. )

“Elizabeth” in Spanish Sign Language, source: Sociedad Bíblica de España

For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .

See also Visitation (image), Mary (mother of Jesus) and Zechariah.

Learn more on Bible Odyssey: Elizabeth .