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St. Thomas the Apostle

Saint Thomas the Apostle, also known as Doubting Thomas, was one of Jesus Christ’s twelve main disciples. He is best known for initially doubting Jesus’ resurrection until he saw and touched Jesus’ wounds. Thomas’ story highlights themes of faith and skepticism. Tradition holds that he traveled to India to spread Christianity, where he established churches and was martyred. He is honored as a saint in Christianity, and his feast day is July 3. His story encourages believers to seek understanding and trust in spiritual truths, even amid doubts.