st. thomas meaning and definition

ST. THOMAS noun

Definition of St. Thomas (noun)

1. the Apostle who would not believe the resurrection of Jesus until he saw Jesus with his own eyes
   • synonyms: doubting Thomas, Saint Thomas, Thomas, Thomas the doubting Apostle
2. (Roman Catholic Church) Italian theologian and Doctor of the Church who is remembered for his attempt to reconcile faith and reason in a comprehensive theology; presented philosophical proofs of the existence of God (1225-1274)
   • synonyms: Aquinas, Saint Thomas, Saint Thomas Aquinas, St. Thomas Aquinas, Thomas Aquinas