L'apostolo San Tommaso
San Tommaso
St. Thomas the Apostle is famously known as “Doubting Thomas” because he doubted that Christ had risen from the dead.
Prima della morte di Gesù, Tommaso era un discepolo devoto che era persino disposto a morire con il Signore quando tornò in Giudea.
San Tommaso, come apostolo, aveva il compito di diffondere gli insegnamenti di Gesù in tutto il mondo.
While San Pietro and Saint Paul are said to have brought the gospel to Greece and Rome, Saint Thomas is said to have brought it to India.
Le chiese del Malankara in India possono essere fatte risalire a San Tommaso, che, secondo la leggenda locale, arrivò lungo la costa del Malabar nel 52 d.C.
Saint Thomas is also linked to a group of ancient documents that bear his name. The Gospel of Thomas, the Acts of Thomas, and the Infancy Gospel of Thomas are among these documents. It was common in the ancient world to attribute texts to an apostle or religious teacher even if they were not the true authors.
Jacques Callot | S. Thomas, apôtre (St. Thomas, Apostle), December 21st, from Les Images De Tous Les Saincts et Saintes de L'Année (Images of All of the Saints and Religious Events of the Year) | The Metropolitan Museum of Art (metmuseum.org)Nascita di San Tommaso
Il Santo e GloriosoL'apostolo Tommaso era un pescatorenato nel I secolo d.C. Galilea, provincia romana della Giudea, città galileiana di Pansada.
Tommaso con Gesù
All three synoptic gospels, Matthew, Mark, and Luke tell us how, at the start of His earthly ministry, Gesù scelse dodici discepolitra le moltitudini chel'ho seguitoe li chiamò Apostoli. Tommaso era uno dei dodici apostoli.
The gospels also tell how Jesus commanded them to go throughout all of Judea, Samaria, Galilee, and across the Jordan, preaching the good news of the Kingdom of God and how they received authority from Christ to cure the blind and to heal the sick, and to deliver those who were oppressed by from evil spirits just as He had done
San TommasoSaint Thomas Travels/Missionary
La prima menzione dell'opera missionaria di Tommaso viene da Eusebio di Cesarea, che cita Origene (uno studioso della metà del III secolo) dicendo che Tommaso fu inviato in Partia (che è nell'odierno Iran).
However, according to popular church tradition, Thomas traveled to India around 50 AD and evangelized the people there, possibly establishing up to seven churches. This tradition appears to have begun with the Acts of Thomas, and it is still extremely popular in some churches, particularly those claiming to be founded by him.
St. Thomas the Apostle w/ Gold FrameDubitando di Tommaso
Tommaso non era presente quando Gesù risorto apparve per la prima volta ai discepoli. Quando gli altri dissero a Thomas,
“Abbiamo visto il Signore”,
disse che non ci avrebbe creduto se non avesse potuto toccare le ferite di Gesù. In seguito, Gesù apparve agli apostoli e invitò Tommaso aesaminare le sue ferite.
Quando Gesù apparve di nuovo ai discepoli presso il mare di Galilea, Tommaso era lì con loro.
Sebbene non sia menzionato nella Bibbia, a questo discepolo fu dato il soprannome di "Tommaso dubbioso" perché dubitava della risurrezione.
Le persone scettiche sono a volte chiamate "Doubing Thomases".
Fatti di vita di San Tommaso
Riuscite a immaginare un apostolo, il più vicino seguace di Cristo, che abbia dei dubbi su Gesù? San Tommaso lo ha fatto, e la sua incredulità ci insegna il valore del dono della fede.
Tommaso non era con gli altri apostoli nelUpper Rooma Gerusalemme la sera della Risurrezione di Gesù, quindi non era presente quando Gesù apparve loro e mostrò loro le ferite sulle mani e sul costato.
Domínikos Theotokópoulos, dit Le Greco 1541-1614 Tolède. Apostolo San Tommaso ca 1608 Toledo Museo del Greco.“Abbiamo visto il Signore”,
the other apostles later told Thomas (John 20:25). Imagine their surprise when Thomas responded,
“Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands and put my finger into the nail marks and put my hand into his side, I will not believe” (John 20:25).
Una settimana dopo, Gesù apparve di nuovo agli apostoli. Dopo aver augurato loro pace, Gesù ordinò a Tommaso di esaminarsi le mani e di toccarsi il fianco. Ha incoraggiato Tommaso a credere. Tommaso era imbarazzato per aver messo in dubbio la risurrezione di Gesù.
“My Lord and my God!” he exclaimed. (Matthew 20:28)
Allora Gesù dichiarò:
“Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” (Giovanni 20:29).
Thomas never doubted the Lord again, and he dedicated his life to assisting others in believing in Jesus—even though they had never seen Him face to face. According to legend, Thomas traveled to India to spread the Gospel.
Ancora oggi, i cattolici della costa indiana del Malabar si definiscono “cristiani di San Tommaso” perché ha fondato la loro comunità e li ha aiutati a crescere nella fede.
San Tommaso è venerato come santo dai cattolici. La sua vita ci insegna a credere in tutto ciò che il Signore ci ha promesso affinché, come Gesù, possiamo risorgere a nuova vita.
Dubitando di TommasoI successi di Thomas
Sebbene si sappia poco della vita di San Tommaso, la tradizione cristiana sostiene che fu il primo missionario in India. È ampiamente considerato come il fondatore della Chiesa dei cristiani siriani di Malabar, noti anche come i cristiani di Tommaso.
Per tre anni l'apostolo Tommaso ha viaggiato con Gesù e ha imparato da lui. Secondo la tradizione della chiesa, dopo che Gesù è risorto ed è asceso al cielo, Tommaso ha portato il messaggio del Vangelo a est e alla fine è stato martirizzato per la sua fede.
We have these encouraging words from Jesus because of Thomas: “Because you have seen Me, Thomas, you have believed. Blessed are those who have not seen but believe ” (Giovanni 20:29). Thomas’ lack of faith has served to encourage all future Christians who have not seen Jesus and yet have believed in him and his resurrection.
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Festa di San Tommaso
Now, the feast day of St. Thomas in Roman and Syrian catholic churches is on 3rd July. Also, the next Sunday of Easter (Pascha) is celebrated as the Sunday of Thomas in the communication of Thoma’s question to Jesus which led him to proclaim, My Lord and my God” and the day in Kerala is known as Puthunjayar.
Anche Tommaso viene commemorato in comune con tutti gli apostoli il 30 giugno, in una festa nota come Sinassi dei santi apostoli.
Riflessione su San Tommaso
Nel suodebolezza e mancanza di comprensione, Thomas shares the fate of San Pietro the impatient, Saint James and San Giovanni, the “sons of thunder,” San Filippo, and his foolish request to see the Father—indeed, all the apostles.
We must not exaggerate these facts because Christ did not choose worthless men. Their human frailty highlights the fact that holiness is a gift from God, not a human creation; it is given to ordinary men and women with flaws; and it is God who gradually transforms the flaws into the image of Christ, the courageous, trusting, and loving one.
Dubitando di TommasoHow did Saint Thomas die?
The legacy of St. Thomas lives on in the Christian tradition, a testament to his commitment and faith even unto death. Accounts vary as to exactly how it happened but most agree that he was killed with a spear while praying near Madras, India on July 3 or December 21 72 AD – either accidentally by jealous Hindu priests at Kali’s temple or through martyrdom for his beliefs. His burial place is now Ortona, Italy
Chiave di San Tommaso da asporto
A Thomas è stata data una brutta reputazione. Non aveva più dubbi del resto dei discepoli, e l'unica ragione per cui lo faceva era che avevano visto il Cristo risorto.
When the women returned from the empty tomb and saw the risen Christ, the disciples were skeptical as well. There is no doubt that Thomas was a devout Christian and a powerful missionary who was used by God for His glory.
Leendert van der Cooghen, incredulità di San TommasoSommario San Tommaso
Il suo nome ebraico era Thomas e il suo nome greco Didimo. A volte veniva chiamato Giuda. A parte il suo nome, Matteo, Marco e Luca non ci dicono nulla di Tommaso.
Nel suo Vangelo, invece,San Giovanni defines him more precisely. Thomas appeared in the raising of Lazarus (John 11:2; John 11:3; John 11:4; John 11:5; John 11:6; John 11:7; John 11:8; John 11:9; John 11:10; John 11:11; John 11:12; John 11:13; John 11:14; John 11:15; Giovanni 11:16) and in the Upper Room (John 14:1; John 14:2; John 14:3; John 14:4; Giovanni 14:5; Giovanni 14:6) where he wanted to know how Jesus was going.
In John 20:25, he says he will not believe unless he sees the nail prints in Jesus’ hand and the spear gash in His side. That is how Thomas came to be known as Doubting Thomas.
Thomas was a pessimist by nature. He was a perplexed man. Nonetheless, he was a brave man. He was the type of man who couldn’t believe anything until he saw it for himself.
Era un uomo di fede e devozione. Quando Gesù si alzò, invitò Tommaso a mettere il dito nelle impronte delle unghie sulle sue mani e sul fianco.
"Mio Signore e mio Dio",
says Thomas, the greatest confession of faith. Thomas’s skepticism was transformed into faith. Thomas’s faith grew strong, intense, and convincing as a result of this fact.
Fu incaricato di costruire un palazzo per il re dell'India, e fu ucciso con una lancia come martire per il suo Signore. Il suo simbolo è costituito da auna sfilza di lance, pietre e frecce.
Finally, before you go, after reading the Story of Saint Thomas, you might have thought about a sacred haven in your garden. A statue of Saint Thomas will remind you of his life and teachings.
#1. In what year did an Indian king return the relics of Apostle Thomas to Edessa?
#2. How did Jesus describe those who have not seen but yet have believed in Thomas?
#3. When was Thomas's apostle born?
#4. How many years did Thomas follow Jesus?
#5. How many quotes are there of Thomas in the scriptures?
#6. What part of southern India did apostle Thomas travel to?
#7. Thomas Appears how many times in the scriptures?
#8. Where is one place it was believed that Thomas went to spread the Gospel?
#9. Which other apostle was assigned to journey with Thomas to India?
#10. What was apostle Thomas often condemned for?
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What is the significance of Saint Thomas the Apostle’s nickname, “Doubting Thomas”?
Saint Thomas, the Apostle is often referred to as “Doubting Thomas” because of his initial reluctance to believe that Jesus had risen from the dead, as recorded in the Bible in John 20:24; John 20:25; John 20:26; John 20:27; John 20:28; John 20:29. However, after seeing Jesus and putting his finger in the wounds, he declared his belief in Jesus as the Son of God.
Where is Saint Thomas the Apostle buried?
The tomb of Saint Thomas the Apostle is believed to be located in the Indian city of Mylapore, Chennai, in the church of San Thome Basilica.
What is the connection between Saint Thomas the Apostle and India?
According to tradition, Saint Thomas the Apostle traveled to India and preached the gospel there, eventually being martyred in the city of Mylapore, Chennai. The Saint Thomas Christians, an ancient Christian community in India, trace their origins to the missionary activity of Saint Thomas the Apostle in India.
What are the miracles attributed to Saint Thomas the Apostle?
Many miracles are attributed to Saint Thomas the Apostle. One of the most famous is the healing of a man with leprosy who touched the relic of the Apostle’s hand. Others include the healing of a woman who was blind, the miraculous escape from the prison of a group of men who invoked his help, and the protection of ships from storms and shipwrecks by invoking his name.
