253. The Sixth Appearance of the Lord: Again to All, and With Thomas. Jn. 20:24–31

But Thomas, one of the twelve, called the Twin, was not with them when Jesus came. The other disciples therefore said to him: We have seen the Lord. But he said to them: Unless I see in His hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and put my hand into His side, I will not believe.

Eight days later, the disciples were again inside, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were shut, Jesus came and stood among them, and said: Peace be with you. Then He said to Thomas: Put your finger here, and see My hands; and put out your hand, and place it in My side; do not be faithless, but believing.

Thomas answered Him: My Lord and my God! Jesus said to him: Have you believed because you have seen Me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.