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Jesus on the Road to Emmaus

On the same day, two disciples travel from Jerusalem to Emmaus, discussing the recent events. Jesus joins them, but they do not recognize him. They tell him about Jesus of Nazareth, his crucifixion, their hope that he would redeem Israel, and reports from the women and others that the tomb was empty and angels had appeared. Jesus explains from Moses and all the Prophets what the Scriptures say about the Messiah’s suffering and glory. Near Emmaus, they urge him to stay; while he breaks bread, their eyes are opened and they recognize him, and he disappears. They return to Jerusalem and report to the gathered disciples what happened and how Jesus was recognized in the breaking of bread.

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Print Jesus on the Road to Emmaus: 4-Scene Story Sheet

Cleopas and the unnamed second disciple traveling along the road from Jerusalem toward Emmaus, with distant Jerusalem visible.

Two Disciples Travel Toward Emmaus

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Jesus walking beside Cleopas and the unnamed second disciple on the road to Emmaus, as described in Luke 24:15-18.

Jesus Walks Beside the Disciples

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Jesus walks with Cleopas and the unnamed second disciple on the road to Emmaus as they explain the reported events in Jerusalem, including Jesus’ crucifixion and the empty tomb.

The Disciples Tell Jesus What They Heard

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Jesus walking with Cleopas and the unnamed second disciple on the road to Emmaus while explaining the Scriptures about the Messiah’s suffering and glory.

Jesus Explains the Scriptures

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Jesus, Cleopas, and the unnamed second disciple near Emmaus as Jesus takes, blesses, breaks, and gives them bread.

They Invite Jesus to Stay

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Jesus breaks bread as Cleopas and the unnamed second disciple recognize him, based on Luke 24:31-32.

They Recognize Jesus in the Breaking of Bread

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Cleopas and the unnamed disciple return from Emmaus to Jerusalem to report to the gathered disciples how Jesus was recognized in the breaking of bread.

The Disciples Return to Jerusalem

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Scripture reference

Luke 24:13-35

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