The term that is transliterated as «Caleb» in English is translated in American Sign Language with one variation of the sign for «watch,» a reference to the fact that Caleb was one of the twelve who surveyed the Promised Land. The sign also alludes to watchdogs, a reference to Caleb’s enduring loyalty to God. (Source: Ruth Anna Spooner, Ron Lawer)
«Caleb» in American Sign Language, source: Deaf Harbor
In Spanish Sign Language it is translated with the sign for «spy.» (Source: Steve Parkhurst)
«Caleb» in Spanish Sign Language, source: Sociedad Bíblica de España
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For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .
