Alexander (the coppersmith)

The name that is transliterated as “Alexander” in English is translated in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) with a sign that combines a lie (the right hand is in the shape of an X and touches the side of the little finger on the back of the fingers of the left hand, and is moved forward, representing the lie that deviated from the truth) and “defender of men,” the meaning of the name. Alexander, who was one of the leaders of the heretics in Ephesus, along with Hymenaeus. (Source: Missão Kophós )


“Alexander” in Libras (source )

See also Alexander (son of Simon of Cyrene) and Alexander (the priest).

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