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"Doubting Thomas"

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Thunderbird+ | 14:41 Sat 10th Nov 2007 | Phrases & Sayings
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How did that one originate and who was he/she ? I've often wondered.
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One of Jesus' disciples was called Thomas. When the others were told that Jesus had risen from the dead, Thomas didn't believe it and so the phrase "doubting Thomas" was born.
14:44 Sat 10th Nov 2007
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I think it's biblical. One of the disciples who doubted Jesus.
14:44 Sat 10th Nov 2007
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It was thomas the Apostle who wouldnt believe Christ had been resurrected until he saw the wounds from the Crucifixion
14:45 Sat 10th Nov 2007
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3 very quick and very good answers. Thank you all
17:02 Sat 10th Nov 2007

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