Thomas

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Thomas in the Bible

Apostle of Jesus

One of Jesus' twelve apostles, especially prominent in John's Gospel. Primary biblical coverage: Gospels; Acts 1.

AT A GLANCE

Thomas at a Glance

TestamentNew Testament
First AppearanceMatthew 10:3
Last AppearanceActs 1:13
Known ForOne of Jesus' twelve apostles, especially prominent in John's Gospel.
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