Also known as: Emmaus Nicopolis
Modern name: Uncertain (several candidates in Israel)
The road to Emmaus demonstrates how Christ reveals Himself through Scripture and the breaking of bread. It shows that even after the resurrection, Jesus still seeks out the despairing to restore their hope.
A village about seven miles from Jerusalem where two disciples encountered the risen Jesus on the road after His resurrection. They did not recognize Him until He broke bread with them, then He vanished from their sight.
The road to Emmaus demonstrates how Christ reveals Himself through Scripture and the breaking of bread. It shows that even after the resurrection, Jesus still seeks out the despairing to restore their hope.
Latitude
31.8389°
Longitude
34.9892°
Known today as: Uncertain (several candidates in Israel)
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