ASL Dictionary of Religious Signs


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Sacrifice
Sign:
Sacrifice
"Sacrifice"
Sacrifice
Synonyms:
Sacrificial, Offering
Hand Shape:
"S" hands at beginning and then "5" or open "B".
Motion:
Hold both "S" fists at sides with palms up, fingers forward. Move your hands up and forward and open your hands to "5" shape or open "B" as you do so, with palms still upward. Finish with hands upraised, fingers pointing forward and palms up.
Note(s):
(Mnemonic Note) This action is similar to giving something to God. Think of picking something up and offering it to Him.