The term that is transliterated as “Matthew” in English is translated in American Sign Language with a sign that combines the sign “M” with the sign for tax, referring to Matthew 9:9. This sign was adopted from Kenyan Sign Language. (Source: RuthAnna Spooner, Ron Lawer)
“Matthew” in American Sign Language, source: Deaf Harbor
See also tax collector.
Learn more on Bible Odyssey: The Apostle Matthew .