Jannes and Jambres

The name that is transliterated as “Jannes” in English is translated in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) with a sign that combines “destroy” and “snake.” Both Jannes and Jambres refer to the sorcerers of Exodus 7:11 and Exodus 7:12 that are named in post-Tanakh sources. (Source: Missão Kophós )


“Jannes” in Libras (source )

The name that is transliterated as “Jambres” (also: Mambres) in English is translated in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) with a sign that combines “magic foam” (a possible meaning of the name is “foaming healer”) and “snake.” See for the reason above. (Source: Missão Kophós )


“Jambres” in Libras (source )

For more information see Jannes and Jambres .

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

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