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May 1, 2010 · Cleopas and his companion exited Jerusalem's Western Gate, heading toward Emmaus. Even a casual observer could tell that their discussion was intense. About fifteen minutes into the journey, a man they did not recognize overtook them.
- Who Was Cleopas in The Bible?
- What Do We Know About Cleopas—Before and After Emmaus?
- Why Didn't Cleopas Recognize Jesus?
- 5 Important Lessons from The Life of Cleopas
The importance of Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances cannot be overstated. The Apostle Paul said, “and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is vain, your faith also is vain” (1 Corinthians 15:14). Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances provided the disciples with the testimony they needed to proclaim the Gospel to the world (1 John 1:1...
Luke’s account of Cleopas is one of enlightenment. This encounter with Jesus took place on Resurrection Sunday. Luke focused on Cleopas’ transformation of faith whileChrist revealed what the Scriptures taught about the Messiah. During His earthly ministry, Jesus’ teachings and miracles raised much speculation and controversy among the Jews, who hel...
Cleopas did not recognize Jesus because God prevented him from doing so (Luke 24:16). But what was the purpose? As mentioned, when we examine the account Cleopas provided regarding Jesus, we find he had a false understanding. If Cleopas had recognized Jesus immediately, he would have clung to the same misperceptions about Him. Our Lord waited to re...
Jesus is not defined by cultural expectations or desires. Jesus is not some idea or abstract theory which changes from time to time. He is God eternal, and He never changes (Hebrews 13:8). Scripture informs us it pleases God to use what the world considers foolish to shame the wise (1 Corinthians 1:25-29). The Jews were looking for a strong militar...
Jun 2, 2023 · In spite of the late hour, Cleopas and his companion immediately returned to Jerusalem to tell Jesus’ disciples what had happened to them. As they spoke to the eleven disciples and the others gathered with them, Jesus appeared in their midst (Luke 24:36), confirming the testimony that He had risen from the dead.
Cleopas and his companion were walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, which may indicate that city was their home. Some scholars speculate that the other disciple was Cleopas's wife, due to the fact that they urged Jesus to stay with them (verse 29), but that cannot be confirmed.
Sep 25, 2018 · Cleopas and his traveling companion were on their way to Emmaus, a town about 7 miles from Jerusalem. The two travelers felt troubled over the recent death of Jesus.
- Theresa Doyle-Nelson
Dean Plumptre suggests that this may in part, perhaps, account for this Cleopas, not improbably a Jew of Alexandria, imparting to St. Luke what had not found its way into the current oral teaching of the Hebrew Church at Jerusalem, as embodied in the narratives of SS.
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Cleopas appears in Luke 24:13–31 as one of two disciples walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus. Cleopas is named in verse 18, while his companion remains unnamed. [5] This occurs three days after the crucifixion, on the same day as the Resurrection of Jesus. The two travelers have heard the tomb of Jesus was found empty earlier that day, but have ...
