The name that is transliterated as «Bar-Jesus» or «Elymas» in English means «son of Jesus» (Bar-Jesus) and «wise man,» «magician,» «sorcerer» (Elymas). (Source: Cornwall / Smith 1997 )
In Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) it is translated with a sign that combines the signs for «bad influence» and «prophet» because he had a negative influence on Sergio Paulus’ life (see Acts 13:6 and Acts 13:8). (Source: Missão Kophós )
«Bar-Jesus / Elymas» 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 .
