Doubting Saint Thomas Apostle of Honest Faith Notebook

A dramatic and theologically rich portrayal of Doubting Saint Thomas, the apostle whose moment of skepticism became a cornerstone of Christian faith. According to the Gospel account summarized in Wikipedia, Thomas refused to believe the testimony of the other apostles until he could see and touch the wounds of the risen Christ. This episode, known as The Incredulity of Thomas, appears in John 20:24–29, where Jesus invites Thomas to place his hand in His side. Thomas responds with one of the most profound confessions in Scripture: “My Lord and my God!”. Catholic News Agency emphasizes that Thomas was far more than a doubter: earlier in the Gospel, he shows courage and loyalty, ready to follow Jesus even unto death. Holyart notes that his name means “Twin” (Aramaic Toma, Greek Didymus) and that he later became a great evangelizer, traditionally associated with missions in India. In Christian art, the scene is often depicted with Thomas touching Christ’s side, as famously painted by Caravaggio. The image symbolizes the journey from doubt to unshakeable faith — a path shared by countless believers. Ideal for sacred art prints, catechetical materials, theological studies, and devotional designs exploring faith, doubt, and revelation.