The name that is transliterated as «Obed» in English is translated in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) with a sign that combines «serve» (the meaning of the original Hebrew term) and «descendant» (of Ruth and Boaz). (Source: Missão Kophós )
«Obed» 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 .
