Overview
The Bible addresses skepticism across 11 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in John, Job and Psalms. Closely related themes include Thomas, Infidelity, Vanity and Depravity of Man. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Thomas.
Key Bible verses about skepticism
Old Testament
Job
Psalms
New Testament
John
The other disciples therefore said unto him, We have seen the Lord. But he said unto them, Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into his side, I will not believe.
And after eight days again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them: then came Jesus, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said, Peace be unto you.
Then saith he to Thomas, Reach hither thy finger, and behold my hands; and reach hither thy hand, and thrust it into my side: and be not faithless, but believing.
And Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord and my God.
People in the Bible and skepticism
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying skepticism for yourself
- Begin with Exodus 5:2, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how John, Job and Psalms each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Thomas and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Thomas, Infidelity, Vanity and Depravity of Man.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about skepticism?
The Bible addresses skepticism across 11 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in John, Job and Psalms. Closely related themes include Thomas, Infidelity, Vanity and Depravity of Man. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Thomas.
How many Bible verses are about skepticism?
The Bible references skepticism in 11 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention skepticism?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Exodus 5:2: “And Pharaoh said, Who is the Lord, that I should obey his voice to let Israel go? I know not the Lord, neither will I let Israel go.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with skepticism?
Thomas.
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