The name that is transliterated as “Elizabeth” in English is translated in Spanish Sign Language through the relationship with Mary, i.e. “cousin of Mary.” (Source: John Elwode in The Bible Translator 2008, p. 78ff. )

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

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 Visitation (image), Mary (mother of Jesus) and Zechariah.

Learn more on Bible Odyssey: Elizabeth .