Thomas, appelé didyme (Jn 11,16: 20,24: 21,2): pour une nouvelle approche du prétendu jumeau

The Fourth Gospel shows a special interest in the apostle Thomas. He is known as one of the Twelve, and his name is three times explained as ho legomenos didumos. The word didumos is often interpreted as meaning "twin". In the present article, another understanding is suggested: "havi...

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Main Author: Devillers, Luc 1954- (Author)
Format: Print Article
Language:French
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Published: Peeters 2006
In: Revue biblique
Year: 2006, Volume: 113, Issue: 1, Pages: 65-77
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Thomas, Apostle 1. Jh. / John
B Bible. Johannesevangelium 11,16
B Bible. Johannesevangelium 20,24-29
B Bible. Johannesevangelium 21,2
IxTheo Classification:HC New Testament
Further subjects:B Bible. Johannesevangelium 20,24-29
B Thomas Apostle
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Summary:The Fourth Gospel shows a special interest in the apostle Thomas. He is known as one of the Twelve, and his name is three times explained as ho legomenos didumos. The word didumos is often interpreted as meaning "twin". In the present article, another understanding is suggested: "having a double meaning". In the account of the paschal Christophany (Jn 20:24-29), the Johannine Thomas appears as a new Janus, playing two roles, as a hinge between the first disciples and the subsequent generations.
ISSN:0035-0907
Contains:In: Revue biblique