Emmaus

First named: Luke 24:13

Village Canaan Israel Gospels

Disputed identification: Several ancient sites have been proposed for Emmaus, none confirmed; the distance Luke gives (about seven miles from Jerusalem) does not match any single site with certainty.

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A village to which two disciples, including Cleopas, were walking on the day of the resurrection when the risen Jesus joined them unrecognized, opening the Scriptures until He was revealed in the breaking of bread (Luke 24:13-35).

References: Luke 24:13

People connected to Emmaus

Cleopas (M) — one of two disciples who recognized the risen Jesus at table on the road here
Luke 24:18; Luke 24:30-31

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