Berean Strong's Lexicon Thómas: Thomas Original Word: Θωμᾶς Word Origin: Derived from the Aramaic word "תְּאוֹמָא" (Te'oma), meaning "twin." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent of Thomas is "תְּאוֹמָא" (Te'oma), which is not directly listed in Strong's Hebrew Dictionary but is related to the concept of a "twin." Usage: Thomas is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, often referred to as "Doubting Thomas" due to his initial skepticism about Jesus' resurrection. His name means "twin," though the Bible does not provide details about his twin sibling. Thomas is known for his candidness and desire for tangible evidence, which is highlighted in his interactions with Jesus. Cultural and Historical Background: In the first-century Jewish context, names often held significant meaning and were sometimes indicative of one's character or role. Thomas, being an apostle, was part of a group chosen by Jesus to spread His teachings. The cultural setting of the time was one of Roman occupation, and the Jewish people were anticipating a Messiah who would deliver them. Thomas's skepticism reflects a broader theme of doubt and faith that was prevalent among Jesus' followers. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Hebrew origin toam Definition "the twin," Thomas, one of the twelve apostles NASB Translation Thomas (11). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2381: ΘωμᾶςΘωμᾶς, Θωμᾷ, ὁ (תְּאום (i. e. twin), see δίδυμος), Thomas, one of Christ's apostles: Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:18; Luke 6:15; John 11:16; John 14:5; John 20:24-29 (in 29 Rec. only); John 21:2; Acts 1:13. (B. D. under the word.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Thomas. Of Chaldee origin (compare ta'owm); the twin; Thomas, a Christian -- Thomas. see HEBREW ta'owm Forms and Transliterations Θωμα Θωμᾷ Θωμαν Θωμᾶν Θωμας Θωμᾶς Thoma Thōma Thomā̂i Thōmā̂i Thoman Thomân Thōman Thōmân Thomas Thomâs Thōmas ThōmâsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 10:3 N-NMSGRK: καὶ Βαρθολομαῖος Θωμᾶς καὶ Μαθθαῖος NAS: and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew KJV: and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew INT: and Bartholomew Thomas and Matthew Mark 3:18 N-AMS Luke 6:15 N-AMS John 11:16 N-NMS John 14:5 N-NMS John 20:24 N-NMS John 20:26 N-NMS John 20:27 N-DMS John 20:28 N-NMS John 21:2 N-NMS Acts 1:13 N-NMS Strong's Greek 2381 |