Apostle · Disciple · New Testament
The Story of Thomas
Also: Didymus, Tomaso (Kiswahili)
Apostle called Didymus, the twin, who doubted the resurrection until he saw the risen Jesus.
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Introduction
Thomas, called Didymus, was one of the twelve. When Jesus decided to go to Bethany, Thomas said, Let us also go, that we may die with him. Mark 3:18John 11:16
He was absent when the risen Jesus first appeared and would not believe without seeing. A week later Jesus showed him his wounds, and Thomas said, My Lord and my God! John 20:24–29
Told in: John
Life at a glance
- Name
- Didymus, meaning twin John 11:16
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Let us go and die with him
When Jesus decides to return to Judea for Lazarus, Thomas urges the others to go with him.
How can we know the way?
At the Last Supper Thomas asks how they can know the way; Jesus answers, I am the way, the truth and the life.
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My Lord and my God
Thomas doubts the disciples' report; when Jesus appears and invites him to touch his wounds, Thomas confesses him.
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People: Jesus
By the Sea of Galilee
Thomas is among the disciples fishing when the risen Jesus appears on the shore.
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People: Simon Peter, Jesus
Mentioned across the Bible
Later passages that recall, mention or interpret Thomas. These are not new events in the person’s lifetime.
Direct reference
Family and relationships
- JesusTeacher and LordJohn 20:28
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- John Their story appears here
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Themes and study
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FaithDoubt
- What does Jesus say about those who believe without seeing (John 20:29)?
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