The name that is transliterated as “Matthias” in English is translated in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) with a sign that combines “replacement” (for Judas Iscariot) and “gift from God” (the meaning of the name). (Source: Missão Kophós )
“Matthias” in Libras (source )
More information under Matthias the Apostle .
For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .
