The name that is transliterated as “Manasseh” in English means “one who causes to forget,” “forgetting,” “forgetfulness,” “causing forgetfulness.” (Source: Cornwall / Smith 1997 )

It is translated in Spanish Sign Language with the sign for “bull” referring to Deuteronomy 33:17. (Source: Steve Parkhurst)

“Manasseh” in Spanish Sign Language, source: Sociedad Bíblica de España

Learn more on Bible Odyssey: Manasseh .

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