Didymus
Δίδυμος/DID-ih-mus/
“Twin”
Summary
The Greek surname of the apostle Thomas, meaning 'twin,' by which he is identified in John's Gospel.
☩Thomas Called Didymus
John's Gospel three times identifies Thomas as 'called Didymus,' translating his Aramaic name (which also means 'twin') into Greek. Scripture does not identify his twin. Thomas is known for his initial doubt of the resurrection and subsequent confession: 'My Lord and my God.'
Key verses:John 11:16John 20:24John 21:2John 20:28
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Didymus," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. II (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Didymus," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. II (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).