Joh 20:24 | JFB | STEP | 24-25. But Thomas-- (See on ). was not with them when Jesus came-- why, we know not, though we are loath to think (with Stier, Alford and Luthardt) it was intentional, from sullen despondency. The fact merely is here stated, as a loving apology for his slowness of belief.

‏ John 20:24

Joh 20:24-29. Jesus Again Appears to the Assembled Disciples.

24-25. But Thomas--(See on Joh 11:16).

was not with them when Jesus came--why, we know not, though we are loath to think (with Stier, Alford and Luthardt) it was intentional, from sullen despondency. The fact merely is here stated, as a loving apology for his slowness of belief.