The name that is transliterated as “Eliakim” in English means “hidden time,” “eternity,” “youth,” “high.” (Source: Cornwall / Smith 1997 )
In Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) it is translated with a sign that signifies “God raises” or “God lifts up” (referring to the meaning of the name). (Source: Missão Kophós )
“Eliakim” in Libras (source )
See also Eliakim (Matthew 1:13).
For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .
