ASL Dictionary of Religious Signs - Hand Shape: - Begin with
right hand in front of your left shoulder, and then move it down
to your right hip. - (Mnemonic Note) The motion signifies the
royal sash often worn by monarchs. - Left hand may be raised,
particularly when singing or for special emphasis (See Variation
1). Also, often when referring to God or Jesus as "King" the
left hand is raised to signify their exalted kingship over
creation.