Hezron (son of Perez)

The name that is transliterated as “Hezron” in English is translated in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) with a sign that signifies “surrounded by a wall” (a possible meaning of the name) and combines it with two V’s, representing the fact that his father (Perez or Pharez) and uncle (Zerah) were twins (see Genesis 38:29 and following). (Source: Missão Kophós )


“Hezron” in Libras (source )

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

complete verse (1 Chronicles 2:18)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 1 Chronicles 2:18:

  • Kupsabiny: “Caleb who was son of Hezron had two wives. One was called Azubah, and the other Jerioth. Azubah bore to Caleb these sons: Jesher, Shobab and Ardon.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “Caleb son of Hezron had children from his wife Azubah and from Jerioth. His sons were Jesher, Shobab and Ardon.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “Caleb the child of Hezron had children by his wife Azuba which were also called Jeriot. They were Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)