Luke 24:13 That same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem.

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New International Version
Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem.

New Living Translation
That same day two of Jesus’ followers were walking to the village of Emmaus, seven miles from Jerusalem.

English Standard Version
That very day two of them were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem,

Berean Standard Bible
That same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem.

Berean Literal Bible
And behold, on the same day, two of them were going to a village whose name is Emmaus, sixty stadia distant from Jerusalem.

King James Bible
And, behold, two of them went that same day to a village called Emmaus, which was from Jerusalem about threescore furlongs.

New King James Version
Now behold, two of them were traveling that same day to a village called Emmaus, which was seven miles from Jerusalem.

New American Standard Bible
And behold, on that very day two of them were going to a village named Emmaus, which was sixty stadia from Jerusalem.

NASB 1995
And behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem.

NASB 1977
And behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem.

Legacy Standard Bible
And behold, two of them were going that same day to a village named Emmaus, which was sixty stadia from Jerusalem.

Amplified Bible
And then, that very day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem.

Christian Standard Bible
Now that same day two of them were on their way to a village called Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Now that same day two of them were on their way to a village called Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem.

American Standard Version
And behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was threescore furlongs from Jerusalem.

Contemporary English Version
That same day two of Jesus' disciples were going to the village of Emmaus, which was about eleven kilometers from Jerusalem.

English Revised Version
And behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was threescore furlongs from Jerusalem.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
On the same day, two of Jesus' disciples were going to a village called Emmaus. It was about seven miles from Jerusalem.

Good News Translation
On that same day two of Jesus' followers were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem,

International Standard Version
On the same day, two of Jesus' followers were walking to a village called Emmaus, about 60 stadia from Jerusalem.

Majority Standard Bible
That same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem.

NET Bible
Now that very day two of them were on their way to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem.

New Heart English Bible
And look, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem.

Webster's Bible Translation
And behold, two of them went that same day to a village called Emmaus, which was from Jerusalem about sixty furlongs.

Weymouth New Testament
On that same day two of the disciples were walking to Emmaus, a village seven or eight miles from Jerusalem,

World English Bible
Behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was sixty stadia from Jerusalem.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And behold, two of them were going on during that day to a village, being sixty stadia distant from Jerusalem, the name of which [is] Emmaus,

Berean Literal Bible
And behold, on the same day, two of them were going to a village whose name is Emmaus, sixty stadia distant from Jerusalem.

Young's Literal Translation
And, lo, two of them were going on during that day to a village, distant sixty furlongs from Jerusalem, the name of which is Emmaus,

Smith's Literal Translation
And, behold, two of them were going in the same day to a town being about sixty stadia from Jerusalem, the name of which Emmaus.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And behold, two of them went, the same day, to a town which was sixty furlongs from Jerusalem, named Emmaus.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And behold, two of them went out, on the same day, to a town named Emmaus, which was the distance of sixty stadia from Jerusalem.

New American Bible
Now that very day two of them were going to a village seven miles from Jerusalem called Emmaus,

New Revised Standard Version
Now on that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem,

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And behold two of them were going on that day to a village called Emmaus, about six miles from Jerusalem.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And behold, two of them that day were going to the village whose name is Emmaus, and it is sixty furlongs from Jerusalem.

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
And, behold, two of them were going, on the same day, to a village called Emmaus, distant from Jerusalem sixty furlongs.

Godbey New Testament
And behold, two of them on that day were journeying to a village, distant from Jerusalem sixty furlongs, to which was the name Emmaus:

Haweis New Testament
And behold, two of them were going the same day to a village, distant about sixty furlongs from Jerusalem, called Emmaus.

Mace New Testament
The same day two of them went to a village named Emmaus, which was distant about threescore furlongs from Jerusalem:

Weymouth New Testament
On that same day two of the disciples were walking to Emmaus, a village seven or eight miles from Jerusalem,

Worrell New Testament
And, behold, two of them that very day were journeying to a village, the name of which was Emmaus, distant sixty furlongs from Jerusalem.

Worsley New Testament
And behold two of them were going that day to a village about threescore furlongs from Jerusalem, called Emmaus.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Road to Emmaus
12Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. And after bending down and seeing only the linen cloths, he went away, wondering to himself what had happened. 13 That same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14They were talking with each other about everything that had happened.…

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Cross References

Mark 16:12
After this, Jesus appeared in a different form to two of them as they walked along in the country.

John 20:14-16
When she had said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there. But she did not recognize that it was Jesus. / “Woman, why are you weeping?” Jesus asked. “Whom are you seeking?” Thinking He was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried Him off, tell me where you have put Him, and I will get Him.” / Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to Him in Hebrew, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”).

Matthew 28:9-10
Suddenly Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!” They came to Him, grasped His feet, and worshiped Him. / “Do not be afraid,” said Jesus. “Go and tell My brothers to go to Galilee. There they will see Me.”

Acts 1:3
After His suffering, He presented Himself to them with many convincing proofs that He was alive. He appeared to them over a span of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God.

1 Corinthians 15:5-7
and that He appeared to Cephas and then to the Twelve. / After that, He appeared to more than five hundred brothers at once, most of whom are still living, though some have fallen asleep. / Then He appeared to James, then to all the apostles.

Genesis 18:1-2
Then the LORD appeared to Abraham by the Oaks of Mamre in the heat of the day, while he was sitting at the entrance of his tent. / And Abraham looked up and saw three men standing nearby. When he saw them, he ran from the entrance of his tent to meet them and bowed low to the ground.

Genesis 32:24-30
So Jacob was left all alone, and there a man wrestled with him until daybreak. / When the man saw that he could not overpower Jacob, he struck the socket of Jacob’s hip and dislocated it as they wrestled. / Then the man said, “Let me go, for it is daybreak.” But Jacob replied, “I will not let you go unless you bless me.” ...

Exodus 3:2-6
There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a blazing fire from within a bush. Moses saw the bush ablaze with fire, but it was not consumed. / So Moses thought, “I must go over and see this marvelous sight. Why is the bush not burning up?” / When the LORD saw that he had gone over to look, God called out to him from within the bush, “Moses, Moses!” “Here I am,” he answered. ...

Judges 13:3-22
The angel of the LORD appeared to the woman and said to her, “It is true that you are barren and have no children; but you will conceive and give birth to a son. / Now please be careful not to drink wine or strong drink, and not to eat anything unclean. / For behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son. And no razor shall touch his head, because the boy will be a Nazirite to God from the womb, and he will begin the deliverance of Israel from the hand of the Philistines.” ...

2 Kings 6:17
Then Elisha prayed, “O LORD, please open his eyes that he may see.” And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw that the hills were full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.

Isaiah 6:1-5
In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted; and the train of His robe filled the temple. / Above Him stood seraphim, each having six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. / And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” ...

Daniel 10:5-9
I lifted up my eyes, and behold, there was a certain man dressed in linen, with a belt of fine gold from Uphaz around his waist. / His body was like beryl, his face like the brilliance of lightning, his eyes like flaming torches, his arms and legs like the gleam of polished bronze, and his voice like the sound of a multitude. / Only I, Daniel, saw the vision; the men with me did not see it, but a great terror fell upon them, and they ran and hid themselves. ...

Zechariah 3:1-2
Then the angel showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, with Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him. / And the LORD said to Satan: “The LORD rebukes you, Satan! Indeed, the LORD, who has chosen Jerusalem, rebukes you! Is not this man a firebrand snatched from the fire?”

Matthew 17:1-3
After six days Jesus took with Him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. / There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light. / Suddenly Moses and Elijah appeared before them, talking with Jesus.

John 21:1-14
Later, by the Sea of Tiberias, Jesus again revealed Himself to the disciples. He made Himself known in this way: / Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. / Simon Peter told them, “I am going fishing.” “We will go with you,” they said. So they went out and got into the boat, but caught nothing that night. ...

Treasury of Scripture

And, behold, two of them went that same day to a village called Emmaus, which was from Jerusalem about three score furlongs.

two.

Luke 24:18
And the one of them, whose name was Cleopas, answering said unto him, Art thou only a stranger in Jerusalem, and hast not known the things which are come to pass there in these days?

Mark 16:12,13
After that he appeared in another form unto two of them, as they walked, and went into the country…

Emmaus.

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Luke 24

1. Jesus' resurrection is declared by two angels to the women who come to the tomb.
9. They report it to others.
13. Jesus himself appears to the two disciples that went to Emmaus;
36. afterwards he appears to the apostles, and reproves their unbelief;
47. gives them a charge;
49. promises the Holy Spirit;
50. and so ascends into heaven.

Berean Study Bible

That same day
This phrase situates the narrative within the context of the resurrection day, the first day of the week, which is Sunday. It is the day when Jesus rose from the dead, marking a pivotal moment in Christian history. The phrase emphasizes the immediacy and continuity of the resurrection events, underscoring the transformative power of the resurrection that is still unfolding. The Greek word for "day" (ἡμέρα, hēmera) is often used in the New Testament to denote not just a 24-hour period but a significant time of divine action.

two of them
The "two" refers to disciples of Jesus, though not part of the original twelve apostles. This highlights the broader circle of Jesus' followers and the widespread impact of His ministry. The inclusion of these disciples in the resurrection narrative underscores the personal and communal nature of the Christian faith. It suggests that the resurrection is not just an event for the apostles but for all believers. The Greek word for "two" (δύο, duo) is simple yet profound, indicating unity and companionship in the journey of faith.

were going
This phrase indicates movement and purpose. The Greek verb "πορεύομαι" (poreuomai) implies a journey or travel, often used in the New Testament to describe the spiritual journey of believers. It suggests that the disciples were not just physically moving but were also on a spiritual quest, seeking understanding and clarity after the tumultuous events of Jesus' crucifixion and reported resurrection.

to a village
The destination being a "village" rather than a city like Jerusalem suggests humility and simplicity. Villages in biblical times were small, close-knit communities, often overlooked in the grand narratives of history. This setting reflects the humble beginnings of the Christian faith and the way God often chooses the lowly and the ordinary to reveal His extraordinary plans.

called Emmaus
The name "Emmaus" is of uncertain origin, but it is believed to mean "warm springs," suggesting a place of refreshment and rest. This can be seen as symbolic of the spiritual refreshment and revelation the disciples are about to experience. The exact location of Emmaus is debated among scholars, but its mention here serves to ground the resurrection account in real geography, emphasizing the historical reality of the events.

about seven miles
The specific distance of "seven miles" (literally "sixty stadia" in Greek) from Jerusalem is significant. The number seven often symbolizes completeness or perfection in biblical literature, suggesting that this journey is divinely ordained and purposeful. The distance also indicates a journey that is long enough for significant conversation and reflection, setting the stage for the profound encounter with the risen Christ.

from Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the epicenter of Jewish religious life and the site of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. The mention of Jerusalem highlights the contrast between the place of death and the journey towards new life and understanding. It serves as a reminder of the centrality of Jerusalem in God's redemptive plan and the fulfillment of prophecy through Jesus' death and resurrection. The Greek word "Ἱερουσαλήμ" (Hierousalēm) carries with it the weight of history, prophecy, and divine promise.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(13) And, behold, two of them.--The long and singularly interesting narrative that follows is peculiar to St. Luke, and must be looked upon as among the "gleaning of the grapes," which rewarded his researches even after the full vintage had apparently been gathered in by others. The Emmaus in Galilee, about a mile from Tiberias, was famous for its medicinal warm springs (Jos. Ant. xviii. 2, ? 3; Wars, iv. 1, ? 3), and had the narrative referred to it, we might have supposed St. Luke to have visited it on that account. We have no record of any such springs in the Emmaus near Jerusalem, which is also named by Josephus (Wars, vii. 6, ? 6) as at a distance of sixty stadia, or furlongs, from Jerusalem. The name, however, was probably, as Josephus states (as above), significant, connected with the modern Arabic term, Hammam, or Hummum, for a "bath," and indicating, therefore, like the Latin "Aquae," or the French "Aix," the presence of such springs, and if so, the same hypothesis may fit in here. In the case of the Emmaus (afterwards Nicopolis), in the plain of Philistia, there was a fountain mentioned by early writers as famous for its healing powers (Euseb. Chron. 41). We can hardly doubt, from the prominence given to the name of Cleopas, that he was St. Luke's informant. We are not told when the disciples started, but as it was "towards evening" when they reached Emmaus, it could not well have been before their noontide meal. The fulness with which the whole account is given may well lead us to think of it as taken down at the time from the lips of the narrator.

Pulpit Commentary

Verses 13-35. - The meeting with the risen Jesus on the way to Emmaus. Verse 13. - And, behold, two of them. This long piece, which relates in a singularly vivid and picturesque manner one of the earliest appearances of the Risen, is peculiar to St. Luke. St. Mark (Mark 16:12, 13) mentions it, but as it were only in passing. This Gospel, written probably after the Gospels of SS. Matthew and Mark, holds a middle place between the earliest apostolic memoirs represented by the first two Gospels and the last memoir, that of St. John, which was probably put out in its present form by the apostle "whom Jesus loved" some time in the last fifteen years of the first century. Writers of varied schools unite in expressions of admiration for this singularly beautiful "memory of the Lord." Godet styles it one of the most admirable pieces in St. Luke's Gospel. Renan, belonging to another, perhaps the most cheerless of all schools of religious thought, writes thus: "L'episode des disciples d'Emmaus est un des recits les plus fins, les plus nuances qu'il y ait duns aucune langue" ('Les Evangiles,' p. 282). Dean Plumptre speaks of "the long and singularly interesting narrative peculiar to St. Luke." He says, "It must be looked upon as among the ' gleaning of the grapes,' which rewarded his researches even after the full vintage had apparently been gathered in by others" (i.e. SS. Matthew and Mark). The "two of them," although doubtless well known in the apostolic age, seem to have held no distinguished place in early Christian history (see note on ver. 18, where Cleopas is mentioned). That same day. The first day of the week - the first Easter Day. The events of the early morning of the Resurrection have been already commented upon. To a village called Emmaus. This Emmaus, the narrative tells us, was about sixty furlongs - some six miles and a half - from the holy city. It was situated east-south-east from Jerusalem. The name is connected with the modern Arabic term Hammam (a bath), and indicates probably, like the Latin Aquae, or the French Aix, and the English "Bath," or "Wells," the presence of medicinal springs; and this may possibly account for St. Luke the physician's attention having in the first instance been drawn to the spot. This Emmaus is now called Kulonieh. A curious Talmudical reference, quoted by Godet, belongs to this place Emmaus, now Kulonieh: "At Mattza they go to gather the green boughs for the Feast of Tabernacles" (Talmud, 'Succa,' 4:5). Elsewhere it is said that "Maflza is Kulonieh."

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

That
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

same
αὐτῇ (autē)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Feminine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

day
ἡμέρᾳ (hēmera)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2250: A day, the period from sunrise to sunset.

two
δύο (dyo)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1417: Two. A primary numeral; 'two'.

of
ἐξ (ex)
Preposition
Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.

them
αὐτῶν (autōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

were
ἦσαν (ēsan)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

going
πορευόμενοι (poreuomenoi)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4198: To travel, journey, go, die.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

a village
κώμην (kōmēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2968: A village, country town. From keimai; a hamlet.

called
ὄνομα (onoma)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3686: Name, character, fame, reputation. From a presumed derivative of the base of ginosko; a 'name'.

Emmaus,
Ἐμμαοῦς (Emmaous)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1695: Emmaus, a village not far from Jerusalem. Probably of Hebrew origin; Emmaus, a place in Palestine.

about seven miles
ἑξήκοντα (hexēkonta)
Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1835: Sixty. The tenth multiple of hex; sixty.

from
ἀπὸ (apo)
Preposition
Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.

Jerusalem.
Ἰερουσαλήμ (Ierousalēm)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 2419: Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine.

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