The name that is transliterated as «Matthias» in English is translated in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) with a sign that combines «replacement» (for Judas Iscariot) and «gift from God» (the meaning of the name). (Source: Missão Kophós )
«Matthias» in Libras (source )
More information under Matthias the Apostle .
For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .
