Eve

The name that is transliterated as “Eve” in English is translated in Finnish Sign Language with the sign signifying “life,” reflecting the original Hebrew meaning (see also Genesis 3:20). (Source: Tarja Sandholm)


“Eve” in Finnish Sign Language (source )

In Spanish Sign Language it is a sign that combines apple/fruit + woman. (Source: Steve Parkhurst)


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

In German Sign Language it is a sign that shows picking a fruit.


“Eve” in German Sign Language (source: Taub und katholisch )

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

See also Eve (image) and Adam.

Learn more on Bible Odyssey: Eve .