Apostle Thomas
Thomas appears especially in John, moving from courageous willingness and questioning to the climactic confession of the risen Christ.
Perspective note
Comparative historical/source study. The original author's or church's reception is retained; inclusion does not make every claim Oriental Orthodox teaching.
Scripture
- John 11:16 — Thomas urges the disciples to go with Jesus even at risk of death.
- John 14:5-7 — Thomas asks how the disciples can know the way.
- John 20:24-29 — Thomas encounters the risen Christ and confesses Him.
- John 21:2 — Thomas is present at the appearance by the Sea of Tiberias.
- Acts 1:13 — Thomas is named among the apostles after the Ascension.