Ananias

The name that is transliterated as “Ananias” in English means “Yahweh is gracious.” (Source: Cornwall / Smith 1997 )

In Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) it is translated with a sign that combines “striking on the mouth” (see Acts 23:2 and “whitewashed wall” (see Acts 23:3). (Source: Missão Kophós )


“Ananias” in Libras (source )

More information about Ananias son of Nedebeus .

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