ASL Dictionary of Religious Signs

Praise

Sign:

"Praise"

Praise

Synonyms:

Hosanna, Magnify, Hallelujah, Alleluia, Extol

Hand Shape:

Begin with "1" shape for dominant hand, then open "B" shape for both hands.

Motion:

Begin with index finger of "1" hand touching your lower lip. Position your other hand in front of your body with palm facing upward. Move dominant hand toward your other hand, opening it to "B" shape as you do. Pat the palm of your dominant hand to your other palm twice in a clapping motion.

Note(s):

(Grammatical Note) This is the same sign as "acclaim", "applaud", "clap", "commend" and "ovation".

Variations:

variation 1

Use similar motion as with the above sign, but when clapping hands hold them a little higher. Finish with hands raised (See Variation 1). This is used often when singing.