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href="/bsb/john/21.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/john/21.htm">New International Version</a> Simon Peter, Thomas (also known as Didymus), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. <a href="/nlt/john/21.htm">New Living Translation</a> Several of the disciples were there—Simon Peter, Thomas (nicknamed the Twin), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples. <a href="/esv/john/21.htm">English Standard Version</a> Simon Peter, Thomas (called the Twin), Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples were together. <a href="/bsb/john/21.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. <a href="/blb/john/21.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael from Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. <a href="/kjv/john/21.htm">King James Bible</a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two other of his disciples. <a href="/nkjv/john/21.htm">New King James Version</a> Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. <a href="/nasb_/john/21.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Simon Peter, Thomas who was called Didymus, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. <a href="/nasb/john/21.htm">NASB 1995</a> Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. <a href="/nasb77/john/21.htm">NASB 1977 </a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples. <a href="/lsb/john/21.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. <a href="/amp/john/21.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Simon Peter, and Thomas who is called Didymus (the twin), and Nathanael from Cana of Galilee, as well as [John and James] the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. <a href="/csb/john/21.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Simon Peter, Thomas (called “Twin” ), Nathanael from Cana of Galilee, Zebedee’s sons, and two others of his disciples were together. <a href="/hcsb/john/21.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Simon Peter, Thomas (called &#8220Twin&#8221), Nathanael from Cana of Galilee, Zebedee&#8217s sons, and two others of His disciples were together.&#8221 <a href="/asv/john/21.htm">American Standard Version</a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two other of his disciples. <a href="/cev/john/21.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Simon Peter, Thomas the Twin, Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, and the brothers James and John, were there, together with two other disciples. <a href="/erv/john/21.htm">English Revised Version</a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two other of his disciples. <a href="/gwt/john/21.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Simon Peter, Thomas (called Didymus), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, Zebedee's sons, and two other disciples of Jesus were together. <a href="/gnt/john/21.htm">Good News Translation</a> Simon Peter, Thomas (called the Twin), Nathanael (the one from Cana in Galilee), the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples of Jesus were all together. <a href="/isv/john/21.htm">International Standard Version</a> Simon Peter, Thomas (called the Twin), Nathaniel from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two of his other disciples were together. <a href="/msb/john/21.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. <a href="/net/john/21.htm">NET Bible</a> Simon Peter, Thomas (called Didymus), Nathanael (who was from Cana in Galilee), the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples of his were together. <a href="/nheb/john/21.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples were together. <a href="/wbt/john/21.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. <a href="/wey/john/21.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Simon Peter was with Thomas, called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zabdi, and two others of the Master's disciples. <a href="/web/john/21.htm">World English Bible</a> Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples were together. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/john/21.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Simon Peter, and Thomas who is called Didymus, and Nathanael from Cana of Galilee, and the [sons] of Zebedee, and two of His other disciples were together. <a href="/blb/john/21.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael from Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. <a href="/ylt/john/21.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas who is called Didymus, and Nathanael from Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. <a href="/slt/john/21.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and nathanael from Cana of Galilee, and they of Zebedee, and two other of his disciples.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/john/21.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas, who is called Didymus, and Nathanael, who was of Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. <a href="/cpdv/john/21.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> These were together: Simon Peter and Thomas, who is called the Twin, and Nathanael, who was from Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. <a href="/nabre/john/21.htm">New American Bible</a> Together were Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, Zebedee’s sons, and two others of his disciples. <a href="/nrsvce/john/21.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Gathered there together were Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/john/21.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> They were all together, Simon Peter, and Thomas who is called the Twin, and Nathanael of Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of the disciples. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/john/21.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> There were together Shimeon Kaypha and Thoma, who is called The Twin, and Nathaniel who was from Qatna of Galilee and the sons of Zebedee and two others of the disciples.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/john/21.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> There were together, Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathaniel of Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. <a href="/godbey/john/21.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael the one from Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples, were together. <a href="/haweis/john/21.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, the twin, and Nathaniel who was of Cana of Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of the disciples were together. <a href="/mace/john/21.htm">Mace New Testament</a> Simon Peter, Thomas, otherwise Didymus, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples of Jesus were all together. <a href="/wey/john/21.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Simon Peter was with Thomas, called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zabdi, and two others of the Master's disciples. <a href="/worrell/john/21.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathaniel of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples. <a href="/worsley/john/21.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Simon Peter and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples were together: <a href="/parallel/john/21-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ixy2bchmXZ0?start=7329" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/john/21.htm">Jesus Appears by the Sea of Tiberias</a> 1Later, by the Sea of Tiberias, Jesus again revealed Himself to the disciples. He made Himself known in this way: 2<a href="/greek/4613.htm" title="4613: Simōn (N-NMS) -- Simon. Of Hebrew origin; Simon, the name of nine Israelites.">Simon</a> <a href="/greek/4074.htm" title="4074: Petros (N-NMS) -- Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle.">Peter,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/2381.htm" title="2381: Thōmas (N-NMS) -- Thomas, also called Didymus, one of the Twelve. Of Chaldee origin; the twin; Thomas, a Christian.">Thomas</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legomenos (V-PPM/P-NMS) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">called</a> <a href="/greek/1324.htm" title="1324: Didymos (N-NMS) -- The Twin; Didymus, the Greek name equivalent to Thomas. Prolongation from dis; double, i.e. Twin; Didymus, a Christian.">Didymus,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3482.htm" title="3482: Nathanaēl (N-NMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Nathanael, an Israelite and Christian.">Nathanael</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/575.htm" title="575: apo (Prep) -- From, away from. A primary particle; off, i.e. Away, in various senses.">from</a> <a href="/greek/2580.htm" title="2580: Kana (N-GFS) -- Cana, a town in Galilee. Of Hebrew origin; Cana, a place in Palestine.">Cana</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1056.htm" title="1056: Galilaias (N-GFS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Galiloea, a region of Palestine.">in Galilee,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the sons</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2199.htm" title="2199: Zebedaiou (N-GMS) -- Zebedee, father of the apostles James and John. Of Hebrew origin; Zebedaeus, an Israelite.">of Zebedee,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1417.htm" title="1417: dyo (Adj-NMP) -- Two. A primary numeral; two.">two</a> <a href="/greek/243.htm" title="243: alloi (Adj-NMP) -- Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; else, i.e. Different.">other</a> <a href="/greek/1537.htm" title="1537: ek (Prep) -- From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out."></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3101.htm" title="3101: mathētōn (N-GMP) -- A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.">disciples</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēsan (V-IIA-3P) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">were</a> <a href="/greek/3674.htm" title="3674: homou (Adv) -- Together, at the same place and time. Genitive case of homos as adverb; at the same place or time.">together.</a> 3Simon Peter told them, “I am going fishing.” “We will go with you,” they said. So they went out and got into the boat, but caught nothing that night.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/john/1-40.htm">John 1:40-42</a> Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of the two who heard John’s testimony and followed Jesus. / He first found his brother Simon and told him, “We have found the Messiah” (which is translated as Christ). / Andrew brought him to Jesus, who looked at him and said, “You are Simon son of John. You will be called Cephas” (which is translated as Peter). <a href="/matthew/4-18.htm">Matthew 4:18-22</a> As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. / “Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” / And at once they left their nets and followed Him. ... <a href="/mark/1-16.htm">Mark 1:16-20</a> As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. / “Come, follow Me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” / And at once they left their nets and followed Him. ... <a href="/luke/5-1.htm">Luke 5:1-11</a> On one occasion, while Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret with the crowd pressing in on Him to hear the word of God, / He saw two boats at the edge of the lake. The fishermen had left them and were washing their nets. / Jesus got into the boat belonging to Simon and asked him to put out a little from shore. And sitting down, He taught the people from the boat. ... <a href="/john/1-35.htm">John 1:35-39</a> The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. / When he saw Jesus walking by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!” / And when the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus. ... <a href="/john/6-8.htm">John 6:8-9</a> One of His disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, said to Him, / “Here is a boy with five barley loaves and two small fish. But what difference will these make among so many?” <a href="/john/11-16.htm">John 11:16</a> Then Thomas called Didymus said to his fellow disciples, “Let us also go, so that we may die with Him.” <a href="/john/13-23.htm">John 13:23-25</a> One of His disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was reclining at His side. / So Simon Peter motioned to him to ask Jesus which one He was talking about. / Leaning back against Jesus, he asked, “Lord, who is it?” <a href="/john/20-24.htm">John 20:24-29</a> Now Thomas called Didymus, one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. / So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he replied, “Unless I see the nail marks in His hands, and put my finger where the nails have been, and put my hand into His side, I will never believe.” / Eight days later, His disciples were once again inside with the doors locked, and Thomas was with them. Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” ... <a href="/matthew/10-2.htm">Matthew 10:2-4</a> These are the names of the twelve apostles: first Simon, called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; / Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; / Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus. <a href="/mark/3-16.htm">Mark 3:16-19</a> These are the twelve He appointed: Simon (whom He named Peter), / James son of Zebedee and his brother John (whom He named Boanerges, meaning “Sons of Thunder”), / Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, ... <a href="/luke/6-13.htm">Luke 6:13-16</a> When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles: / Simon, whom He named Peter, and his brother Andrew; James and John; Philip and Bartholomew; / Matthew and Thomas; James son of Alphaeus and Simon called the Zealot; ... <a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Acts 1:13</a> When they arrived, they went to the upper room where they were staying: Peter and John, James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. <a href="/john/14-22.htm">John 14:22</a> Judas (not Iscariot) asked Him, “Lord, why are You going to reveal Yourself to us and not to the world?” <a href="/john/18-15.htm">John 18:15-16</a> Now Simon Peter and another disciple were following Jesus. Since that disciple was known to the high priest, he also went with Jesus into the courtyard of the high priest. / But Peter stood outside at the door. Then the disciple who was known to the high priest went out and spoke to the doorkeeper, and brought Peter in.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two other of his disciples.Thomas.<a href="/john/20-28.htm">John 20:28</a> And Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord and my God.Nathanael.<a href="/john/1-45.htm">John 1:45-51</a> Philip findeth Nathanael, and saith unto him, We have found him, of whom Moses in the law, and the prophets, did write, Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph… Cana.<a href="/john/2-1.htm">John 2:1,11</a> And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there: … <a href="/john/4-46.htm">John 4:46</a> So Jesus came again into Cana of Galilee, where he made the water wine. And there was a certain nobleman, whose son was sick at Capernaum.<a href="/joshua/19-28.htm">Joshua 19:28</a> And Hebron, and Rehob, and Hammon, and Kanah, even unto great Zidon;Kanah.<a href="/matthew/4-21.htm">Matthew 4:21,22</a> And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/4-46.htm">Cana</a> <a href="/john/20-24.htm">Didymus</a> <a href="/john/21-1.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/john/12-21.htm">Galilee</a> <a href="/john/15-15.htm">Master's</a> <a href="/john/1-49.htm">Nathanael</a> <a href="/john/1-49.htm">Nathan'a-El</a> <a href="/john/19-18.htm">Others</a> <a href="/john/20-6.htm">Peter</a> <a href="/john/20-6.htm">Simon</a> <a href="/john/20-29.htm">Thomas</a> <a href="/john/20-19.htm">Together</a> <a href="/john/20-24.htm">Twin</a> <a href="/luke/5-11.htm">Zabdi</a> <a href="/luke/5-10.htm">Zebedee</a> <a href="/luke/5-10.htm">Zeb'edee</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/john/2-1.htm">Cana</a> <a href="/john/11-16.htm">Didymus</a> <a href="/john/21-4.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/acts/1-11.htm">Galilee</a> <a href="/romans/14-6.htm">Master's</a> <a href="/john/1-45.htm">Nathanael</a> <a href="/john/1-45.htm">Nathan'a-El</a> <a href="/john/21-15.htm">Others</a> <a href="/john/21-3.htm">Peter</a> <a href="/john/21-3.htm">Simon</a> <a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Thomas</a> <a href="/acts/1-4.htm">Together</a> <a href="/acts/28-11.htm">Twin</a> <a href="/joshua/7-1.htm">Zabdi</a> <a href="/matthew/4-21.htm">Zebedee</a> <a href="/matthew/4-21.htm">Zeb'edee</a><div class="vheading2">John 21</div>1. <a href="/john/21-1.htm">Jesus appearing again to his disciples is known of them by the great catch of fish.</a> 12. <a href="/john/21-12.htm">He dines with them;</a> 15. <a href="/john/21-15.htm">earnestly commands Peter to feed his lambs and sheep;</a> 18. <a href="/john/21-18.htm">foretells him of his death;</a> 22. <a href="/john/21-22.htm">rebukes his curiosity.</a> 24. <a href="/john/21-24.htm">The conclusion.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/21.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/john/21.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Simon Peter Simon Peter, often referred to simply as Peter, was one of the most prominent apostles. He was a fisherman by trade and was called by Jesus to be a "fisher of men" (<a href="/matthew/4-19.htm">Matthew 4:19</a>). Peter is known for his boldness and leadership among the disciples, as well as his moments of doubt and denial of Christ (<a href="/matthew/26-69.htm">Matthew 26:69-75</a>). After the resurrection, Peter became a foundational leader in the early church, as seen in the Book of Acts.Thomas called Didymus Thomas, also known as Didymus, meaning "twin," is famously known for his initial doubt about Jesus' resurrection, earning him the moniker "Doubting Thomas" (<a href="/john/20-24.htm">John 20:24-29</a>). His eventual confession of faith, "My Lord and my God," is a powerful declaration of Jesus' divinity. Thomas's presence here highlights the transformation from doubt to faith that many believers experience.Nathanael from Cana in Galilee Nathanael, also known as Bartholomew in the synoptic gospels, was from Cana in Galilee, the site of Jesus' first miracle of turning water into wine (<a href="/john/2.htm">John 2:1-11</a>). Nathanael was initially skeptical about Jesus, questioning if anything good could come from Nazareth (<a href="/john/1-46.htm">John 1:46</a>), but he quickly recognized Jesus as the Son of God and King of Israel (<a href="/john/1-49.htm">John 1:49</a>).the sons of Zebedee The sons of Zebedee refer to James and John, who were also fishermen and among Jesus' closest disciples. They were part of Jesus' inner circle, witnessing significant events such as the Transfiguration (<a href="/matthew/17.htm">Matthew 17:1-9</a>). John is traditionally credited with writing the Gospel of John, three epistles, and Revelation. James was the first apostle to be martyred (<a href="/acts/12-2.htm">Acts 12:2</a>).and two other disciples The identity of these two other disciples is not specified, which may suggest their roles were less prominent in the gospel narratives. This anonymity can symbolize the many unnamed followers of Christ who played crucial roles in the early church. Their presence emphasizes the communal aspect of discipleship and the diverse backgrounds of Jesus' followers.were together The gathering of these disciples signifies unity and fellowship among Jesus' followers after His resurrection. This togetherness is a precursor to the formation of the early church community, which was characterized by shared faith, prayer, and mission (<a href="/acts/2-42.htm">Acts 2:42-47</a>). It also reflects the fulfillment of Jesus' promise to be present where two or three are gathered in His name (<a href="/matthew/18-20.htm">Matthew 18:20</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/s/simon_peter.htm">Simon Peter</a> One of Jesus' closest disciples, known for his leadership among the apostles and his denial of Jesus before the crucifixion. He plays a significant role in the early church. 2. <a href="/topical/t/thomas_called_didymus.htm">Thomas called Didymus</a> Also known as "Doubting Thomas," he is remembered for his initial skepticism about Jesus' resurrection until he saw Jesus with his own eyes. 3. <a href="/topical/n/nathanael_from_cana_in_galilee.htm">Nathanael from Cana in Galilee</a> One of the lesser-known disciples, Nathanael was initially skeptical about Jesus but became a follower after Jesus demonstrated His divine knowledge. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_sons_of_zebedee.htm">The Sons of Zebedee</a> Refers to James and John, two of Jesus' closest disciples. They were fishermen by trade and were part of Jesus' inner circle. 5. <a href="/topical/t/two_other_disciples.htm">Two Other Disciples</a> These disciples are not named in this passage, highlighting the presence of other followers who were part of Jesus' ministry but not as prominently featured in the Gospels.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/unity_among_believers.htm">Unity Among Believers</a> The gathering of these disciples demonstrates the importance of fellowship and unity among believers, especially after Jesus' resurrection. <a href="/topical/d/diversity_in_the_body_of_christ.htm">Diversity in the Body of Christ</a> The group includes a variety of personalities and backgrounds, reflecting the diverse nature of the church and the unique roles each person plays. <a href="/topical/f/faith_and_doubt.htm">Faith and Doubt</a> Thomas's presence reminds us that doubt can be a part of the faith journey, and Jesus meets us in our doubts to strengthen our belief. <a href="/topical/o/obedience_and_readiness.htm">Obedience and Readiness</a> The disciples' gathering by the Sea of Galilee shows their readiness to follow Jesus' instructions, a model for our own obedience to Christ's call. <a href="/topical/w/witness_and_testimony.htm">Witness and Testimony</a> Each disciple had a personal encounter with Jesus, underscoring the importance of personal testimony in sharing the Gospel.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_john_21.htm">Top 10 Lessons from John 21</a> <a href="/q/who_were_the_twelve_apostles_of_jesus.htm">Who were the Twelve Apostles of Jesus?</a> <a href="/q/why_did_the_apostles_die.htm">What were the causes of the apostles' deaths?</a> <a href="/q/did_apostle_thomas_travel_to_india.htm">Did Apostle Thomas travel to India?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_thomas_the_twin_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Thomas, called the Twin, in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/john/21.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(2) There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus.--It is most probable that we have here the names of all in the group of seven who were Apostles, and that the two unnamed persons were disciples in the wider sense in which the word is often used by St. John (<a href="/john/6-60.htm" title="Many therefore of his disciples, when they had heard this, said, This is an hard saying; who can hear it?">John 6:60</a>; <a href="/john/6-66.htm" title="From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.">John 6:66</a>; <a href="/john/7-3.htm" title="His brothers therefore said to him, Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that your disciples also may see the works that you do.">John 7:3</a>; <a href="/john/8-31.htm" title="Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If you continue in my word, then are you my disciples indeed;">John 8:31</a>; <a href="/john/18-19.htm" title="The high priest then asked Jesus of his disciples, and of his doctrine.">John 18:19</a>). If they were Andrew and Philip, which has been supposed from <a href="/john/1-40.htm" title="One of the two which heard John speak, and followed him, was Andrew, Simon Peter's brother.">John 1:40</a>; <a href="/john/1-43.htm" title="The day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and finds Philip, and said to him, Follow me.">John 1:43</a>, it is not easy to understand their position in the list, or the absence of their names. . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/john/21.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 2. - There were together. Not the whole company of the eleven apostles; five are especially mentioned, and two are left unnamed. The five, of whom the Gospel knows much, are Simon Peter, whose twofold name denotes that, notwithstanding his grievous failure, he had not lost his faith, and still stood at the head of the company, the man of rock and the man of impetuous energy. Thomas called Didymus, whose incredulity had vanished, and whose devoted love had emerged from the depths of despondency to the loftiest faith, who had come to feel and say that the risen Christ was both Lord and God. Thomas, who had shrunk from the society of his fellow-apostles, was now closely united with them, more than he had ever previously seemed to have been. Thomas is the apostle last mentioned by the evangelist. Elsewhere he is associated with Philip of Bethsaida, and this town may have been his home. Nathanael of Cana in Galilee is mentioned by way of recalling the two miracles recorded by John as having taken place in this "Cana of Galilee" (<a href="/john/2-1.htm">John 2:1-12</a>; <a href="/john/4-16.htm">John 4:16</a>). The former of the miracles followed immediately on the mention of the calling of Nathanael (<a href="/john/1-45.htm">John 1:45</a>). The reference to the little place in Galilee where the glory of Christ had been first of all seen and had led to the faith of the disciples, calls attention to the place and province of this manifestation, and to what was contained in the memory of one of the witnesses. And the (sons) of Zebedee - a phrase used for James and John in <a href="/matthew/20-20.htm">Matthew 20:20</a>; <a href="/matthew/26-37.htm">Matthew 26:37</a>; <a href="/matthew/27-56.htm">Matthew 27:56</a>. This is the only time that Zebedee is mentioned in this Gospel; but the reason for his sons being thus designated points unmistakably to the first call of these two men to discipleship by the side of this very lake, after they had witnessed the draught of fishes, becoming from that time forward "fishers of men" (<a href="/matthew/4-21.htm">Matthew 4:21</a>; <a href="/mark/1-19.htm">Mark 1:19, 20</a>; <a href="/luke/5-10.htm">Luke 5:10</a>). That they should here be mentioned after Thomas and after Nathanael corresponds with the reticence and modesty of the evangelist. This is still more probable if the two other disciples were μαθηταί in the broader sense. The simple fact that they are mentioned after the five apostles has been thought by some to imply that, whosoever these were, they were not of the number of the eleven. No one writing the story in the second century would, in an enumeration like this, have placed the proto-martyr James and the intimate friend of Peter, the great "light of Asia," the admitted author of the Apocalypse, and the spiritual father of Polycarp and Papias, after Thomas and Nathanael. After his manner, he (the author) here prepared for the implicit subsequent identification of the "disciple whom Jesus loved," and also the author of the Gospel, with one of the sons of Zebedee. The supposition that Andrew and Philip are meant by the "two other disciples" is not without verisimilitude, from their mention in <a href="/john/1.htm">John 1</a>. If this were the case, both of them are practically discriminated from the "disciple whom Jesus loved" by the obvious references to them elsewhere by name, while "John" never thus signalizes himself. The mention of seven disciples reveals the love of the writer for the number "seven," with its division into two groups of three and four (see Introduction, pp. 78, 79.). And it is remarkable that, if Andrew and Philip are the unnamed ones, the seven would correspond with the first seven apostles mentioned in Matthew's enumeration (Matthew 10:2-4). Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, Judas the brother of James, or Thaddaeus, and Simon the Zealot were not present. This, of course, rests on the hypothesis that Nathanael and Bartholomew are identical (<a href="/john/1-45.htm">John 1:45</a>, note). <a href="/commentaries/john/21-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Simon Σίμων (Simōn) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4613.htm">Strong's 4613: </a> Simon. Of Hebrew origin; Simon, the name of nine Israelites. Peter, Πέτρος (Petros) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4074.htm">Strong's 4074: </a> Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle. Thomas Θωμᾶς (Thōmas) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2381.htm">Strong's 2381: </a> Thomas, also called Didymus, one of the Twelve. Of Chaldee origin; the twin; Thomas, a Christian. called λεγόμενος (legomenos) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. Didymus, Δίδυμος (Didymos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1324.htm">Strong's 1324: </a> The Twin; Didymus, the Greek name equivalent to Thomas. Prolongation from dis; double, i.e. Twin; Didymus, a Christian. Nathanael Ναθαναὴλ (Nathanaēl) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3482.htm">Strong's 3482: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Nathanael, an Israelite and Christian. from ἀπὸ (apo) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_575.htm">Strong's 575: </a> From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses. Cana Κανᾶ (Kana) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2580.htm">Strong's 2580: </a> Cana, a town in Galilee. Of Hebrew origin; Cana, a place in Palestine. in Galilee, Γαλιλαίας (Galilaias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1056.htm">Strong's 1056: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Galiloea, a region of Palestine. the [sons] οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of Zebedee, Ζεβεδαίου (Zebedaiou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2199.htm">Strong's 2199: </a> Zebedee, father of the apostles James and John. Of Hebrew origin; Zebedaeus, an Israelite. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. two δύο (dyo) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1417.htm">Strong's 1417: </a> Two. A primary numeral; 'two'. other ἄλλοι (alloi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_243.htm">Strong's 243: </a> Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different. disciples μαθητῶν (mathētōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3101.htm">Strong's 3101: </a> A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil. were ἦσαν (ēsan) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. together. ὁμοῦ (homou) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3674.htm">Strong's 3674: </a> Together, at the same place and time. 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