How to sign Bible in American Sign Language

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Sign Instructions:

Sign "Jesus" and then sign "book". Jesus is signed by touching the middle finger of each hand against each palm and book is signed by starting with your hands pressed against each other, and then folding them outwards.

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Sequential Breakdown of Bible

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End of Sign

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for Bible
Extend all fingers and spread them out, with the middle finger slightly extended forward.
Dominant Handshape for Bible
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for Bible
Extend all fingers and spread them out, with the middle finger slightly extended forward.
Non-Dominant Handshape for Bible
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

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