Religious Roles

Missionary

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Missionary. Someone who evangelises, usually sent out by a missionary society or church to preach the gospel.

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Monk

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Monk. A member of an all-male religious community, notably Christian or Buddhist.

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Nun

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Nun. A member of an all-female religious community, notably Christian or Buddhist. Signed here as the generic sign for a Christian nun.

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Pastor

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Pastor. A leader of a (usually non-conformist church) church, or someone with leadership over an area of a church’s work (eg Youth Pastor).

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Pharisees

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Pharisees. A group of Jews who emphasised the fundamental importance of observing the ancient laws and traditions as written in the Talmud (the written version of the oral law and commentaries on it) who scrutinised Jesus’ words and behaviour for any variance with it. He condemns them for neglecting other aspects of the law such as justice.

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Preacher

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Preacher. One who preaches or teaches, especially in a church or other religious setting.

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