Who was Thomas?

Doubting disciple

The story of Thomas

Thomas - Apostle
Thomas - Apostle
Died: 72Apostle

after seeing the risen Jesus. He is considered the patron saint of architects and is believed to have taken the gospel to India. The exact details of his life and death are not recorded in the Bible, and his exact place of death is unknown.

Name meaning

The name "Thomas" is of Aramaic origin, derived from the word "Te'oma," which means "twin." It was popularized in the Christian world by Saint Thomas, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, known for his skepticism and the phrase "Doubting Thomas." The name has been widely used across various cultures and languages, maintaining its popularity for centuries.

Name origin

Aramaic

Role

Apostle

First mention

Matthew 10:3

Appearances in the Bible

12 mentions

Thomas in the Bible

Explore all 8 chapters where Thomas appears

Matthew

Chapter 10

Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles

Jesus sends out the twelve apostles to spread His message and perform miracles.

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Mark

Chapter 3

Choosing the Twelve Apostles

Jesus is accused of blasphemy and performs more miracles.

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Luke

Chapter 6

The Sermon on the Plain

Jesus teaches the Sermon on the Plain, including the Beatitudes.

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John

Chapter 11

The Raising of Lazarus

Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead and teaches about the resurrection and the life.

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John

Chapter 14

Jesus Promises the Holy Spirit

Jesus teaches about the Father, the Holy Spirit and the way to Him.

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John

Chapter 20

The Resurrection of Jesus

Jesus rises from the dead and appears to His disciples.

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John

Chapter 21

The Restoration of Peter and the Commissioning of the Disciples

Jesus appears to His disciples again, and teaches Peter about love and service.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 1

The Ascension of Jesus and the Selection of Matthias

The Holy Spirit descends on the apostles at Pentecost, and they begin to preach and perform miracles in Jerusalem.

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