Who was Thomas in the Bible?

What does the Bible say about Thomas?

Thomas, also known as Didymus (meaning "twin"), was one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ. He is mentioned in all four Gospels and the Book of Acts (Mat.10.3; Mrk.3.18; Luk.6.15; Jhn.11.16; 14.5; 20.24-29; 21.2; Act.1.13). Thomas is best known for his doubt about Jesus' resurrection, earning him the nickname "Doubting Thomas." When Jesus appeared to the disciples after his resurrection, Thomas was absent and refused to believe unless he could see and touch Jesus' wounds (Jhn.20.24-25). A week later, Jesus appeared again, inviting Thomas to touch his wounds. Thomas then confessed, "My Lord and my God!" (Jhn.20.26-28). Jesus praised those who believe without seeing (Jhn.20.29). Thomas also showed devotion to Jesus, willing to die with him (Jhn.11.16) and asking questions during the Last Supper (Jhn.14.5). According to tradition, Thomas later preached the gospel in India, where he was martyred. His initial doubt and later confession serve as an encouragement for believers who struggle with doubts.

Where does Thomas appear in the Bible?

Thomas is referenced in 9 verses across 3 books. Every passage below is about this one, not just every verse the word turns up in.

• John 11:16
• John 14:5
• John 20:24
• John 20:26
• John 20:27
• John 20:28
• John 21:2
• Luke 6:15
• Matthew 10:3

What else appears in these passages?

These turn up in the same passages as Thomas.