Long form biography of Thomas also called Didymus. Thomas is best known for the episode after the resurrection in which he refuses to believe until he sees and touches the risen Lord a moment that gives rise to the famous declaration Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed. Beyond that episode Thomas is portrayed as a loyal companion willing to face danger and to travel for the sake of the gospel. Church tradition credits him with missionary work in India where communities trace their origins to his witness and where his memory is honored for courage theological honesty and missionary zeal.

John 20:24 to 29; John 11:16; Matthew 10:3