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Thomas the Apostle

died 72

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Wikipedia Summary

Thomas the Apostle also known as Didymus, was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus according to the New Testament. Thomas is commonly known as "doubting Thomas" because he initially doubted the resurrection of Jesus when he was told of it ; he later confessed his faith on seeing the places where the wounds appeared still fresh on the holy body of Jesus after the Crucifixion of Jesus.

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
January 1, 1901
Galilee
Date of death
July 3, 1972
Mylapore
Citizenship

Ancient Rome

Occupations & fields
missionaryapostle
Field and occupation
apoštol Ježiša Krista
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