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Courage Mixed with Doubt
Commentators describe Thomas's statement as a paradox. He expresses deep loyalty and a willingness to die with Jesus, yet his words are rooted in pessimism and doubt. He doesn't seem to expect a miracle, only danger. Scholars like Spurgeon call this a "mixture of faith and unbelief," highlighting that even devoted followers can struggle with fear and a bleak outlook.
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Albert Barnes
On John 11:16
18th Century
Theologian
Thomas, which is called Didymus. These names express the same thing. One is Hebrew and the other Greek. The name means a twin.
AT Robertson
On John 11:16
Didymus (Διδυμος). The word means twin. Clearly Thomas had a twin brother or sister. Applied two other times to him (20:24; 21:2).…
Charles Ellicott
On John 11:16
19th Century
Bishop
Then (or, better, therefore) said Thomas, which is called Didymus.—The second of these names is the Greek translation of…
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 11:13–16
19th Century
Preacher
Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep. Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 11:16
Thomas’s comment marks his first appearance in this book. John’s gospel does not contain a complete list of the Twelve, though they are mentioned a…
John Calvin
On John 11:16
16th Century
Theologian
Then Thomas. Until now, the disciples had endeavored to hinder Christ from going. Thomas is now prepared to follow, but it is wit…
John Gill
On John 11:16
17th Century
Pastor
Then said Thomas, who is called Didymous
The former was his Hebrew name, and the latter his Greek name, and both sig…
Matthew Henry
On John 11:11–16
17th Century
Minister
Since we are sure to rise again at the last, why should not the believing hope of that resurrection to eternal life make it as easy for us to put o…