John 20:27
Arabic SAB (الكتاب الشريف)
ثُمَّ قَالَ لِتُومَا: ”هَاتِ إِصْبَعَكَ هُنَا وَانْظُرْ يَدَيَّ، وَهَاتِ يَدَكَ وَضَعْهَا فِي جَنْبِي، وَلَا تَكُنْ غَيْرَ مُؤْمِنٍ بَلْ مُؤْمِنًا.“
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from the Bible, Jesus is talking to Thomas and invites him to touch His hands and side where He was wounded during the crucifixion. This is to encourage Thomas not to doubt but to believe in the resurrection.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your friend had a big scar on their arm because they fell off their bike last year, but now it's all better. Jesus shows Thomas his scars from when he was hurt so badly, and he says, 'Look! I'm real!' This way, Thomas can believe with his own eyes.
Historical Background
The Gospel of John, written by the Apostle John around AD 90-100, is addressing early Christian communities. The cultural setting includes Jewish and Hellenistic backgrounds where miracles and proof were often sought after to strengthen faith.
Living It Out Today
In a modern scenario, if someone doubts that something truly happened or changed in your life, like overcoming an addiction, you might show them evidence of the change — such as not needing alcohol anymore. This can help them believe your journey just like Thomas saw and believed Jesus' resurrection.
Topics
doubtfaithresurrectionevidencebelieftrust
Related Verses
Luke 24:36-48Mark 16:9-14John 20:19-29Matthew 28:16-20Acts 1:3
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jesus ask Thomas to touch him?
Jesus invited Thomas to touch him to provide physical evidence of his resurrection, helping Thomas overcome his doubt and strengthen his faith.
What does this verse teach about doubting?
This verse teaches that while it's okay to have doubts, we should seek the truth diligently. Jesus helps us believe through experiences that confirm His presence and promises.
How do other disciples react to Thomas' doubt?
While not explicitly stated in this verse, John 20:24-25 mentions that Thomas was absent when others saw the risen Jesus, so they didn't react until after the encounter with Jesus.
Can I apply this to my own life?
Yes, we can apply it by understanding that if we have doubts about God's presence or promises, seeking evidence and deeper experiences of faith can help us believe more firmly.