New Testament · Major figure
Thomas
One of the twelve apostles, known for his honest struggle with doubt regarding the resurrection of Jesus.
Thomas, also called Didymus, was a devoted disciple who demonstrated both courage and skepticism. He is best known for his initial refusal to believe in the resurrected Christ until he personally saw the wounds, leading to his profound confession of Jesus as Lord and God. His journey highlights the grace of Christ in addressing the honest doubts of His followers.
In the text
- Verses
- 12
- Books
- 5
- First appears
- Matthew 10:3
- Last appears
- Acts 1:13
Where Thomas appears
12 verses · 8 chaptersIn the same books
- Philip35 versesOne of the twelve apostles of Jesus, often noted for his practical nature and role in bringing others to Christ.
- Judas31 versesA name shared by several figures, including an apostle, a brother of Jesus, and the betrayer of Christ.
- Simon26 versesA follower of Jesus known as the Zealot, distinguished from Simon Peter among the twelve apostles.
- Andrew12 versesA fisherman from Bethsaida and the first disciple called by Jesus, known for bringing others to the Messiah.
- Pilate53 versesThe Roman governor of Judea who presided over the trial of Jesus and authorized His crucifixion.
- Mary39 versesThe mother of Jesus Christ, chosen by God to bear the Savior through the power of the Holy Spirit.
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