The name that is transliterated as “Hymenaeus” in English means “nuptial,” “belonging to marriage,” “wedding song” (from Hymen, the god of marriage). (Source: Cornwall / Smith 1997 )
In Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) it is translated with a sign that represents someone who is expelled from the church (in Ephesus, see 1 Timothy 1:20). (Source: Missão Kophós )
“Hymenaeus” in Libras (source )
For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .
