Cleopas is a figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Gospel of Luke. He is one of the two disciples who encountered the resurrected Jesus on the road to Emmaus. This encounter is a significant post-resurrection appearance of Jesus, highlighting themes of revelation, understanding, and the fulfillment of Scripture.

Biblical Account

The primary account of Cleopas is found in Luke 24:13-35. After the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, Cleopas and another disciple were traveling to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. As they walked, they discussed the recent events concerning Jesus' death and the reports of His resurrection.

Luke 24:15-16 states, "As they talked and deliberated, Jesus Himself came up and walked along with them. But their eyes were kept from recognizing Him." This divine concealment allowed Jesus to engage them in conversation without immediate recognition, leading to a profound teaching moment.

Cleopas expressed his disappointment and confusion over the events, saying, "But we were hoping He was the One who would redeem Israel. And besides all this, it is the third day since these things took place" (Luke 24:21). This statement reflects the common messianic expectations of the time, which anticipated a political and national deliverance.

Jesus, still unrecognized, responded by explaining the Scriptures concerning Himself, beginning with Moses and all the Prophets. This exposition is a critical moment, as it underscores the continuity and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy in the person and work of Jesus Christ.

Upon reaching Emmaus, Cleopas and his companion urged Jesus to stay with them. During the meal, "He took bread, gave thanks, broke it, and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized Him, and He disappeared from their sight" (Luke 24:30-31). This breaking of bread is reminiscent of the Last Supper and serves as a moment of revelation and recognition.

Theological Significance

Cleopas' encounter with Jesus on the road to Emmaus is rich with theological implications. It illustrates the transformative power of Christ's resurrection and the necessity of divine revelation for true understanding. The disciples' initial inability to recognize Jesus signifies the spiritual blindness that can obscure the truth, which is only remedied by Christ Himself.

The narrative also emphasizes the importance of Scripture in understanding Jesus' mission and identity. Jesus' explanation of the Scriptures to Cleopas and his companion highlights the integral role of the Old Testament in revealing God's redemptive plan through Christ.

Identity and Tradition

The identity of Cleopas has been a subject of discussion among scholars and theologians. Some traditions suggest that Cleopas may be the same person as Clopas, mentioned in John 19:25 as the husband of one of the Marys present at the crucifixion. However, this identification is not universally accepted, and the name Cleopas itself is a common Hellenistic name, which complicates definitive identification.

In Christian tradition, Cleopas is often venerated as a saint, and his account is celebrated for its demonstration of faith and revelation. The account of Cleopas serves as a reminder of the risen Christ's presence and the ongoing journey of faith and understanding for all believers.Cleopas

(of a renowned father), one of the two disciples who were going to Emmaus on the day of the resurrection. (Luke 24:18) Some think the same as Cleophas in (John 19:25) But they are probably two different persons. Cleopas is a Greek name, contracted from Cleopater, while Cleophas, or Clopas as in the Revised Version, is an Aramaic name, the same as Alphaeus.

(abbreviation of Cleopatros), one of the two disciples with whom Jesus conversed on the way to Emmaus on the day of the resurrection (Luke 24:18). We know nothing definitely regarding him. It is not certain that he was the Clopas of John 19:25, or the Alphaeus of Matthew 10:3, although he may have been Songs CLEOPAS

kle'-o-pas (Kleopas, "renowned father"): One of the two disciples whom Jesus met on the way to Emmaus (Luke 24:18). The name is a contraction of Cleopatros, not identical with Clopas of John 19:25.

See also ALPHAEUS; CLOPAS.

2810. Kleopas -- Cleopas, a Christian
... Cleopas, a Christian. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Kleopas Phonetic
Spelling: (kleh-op'-as) Short Definition: Cleopas Definition: Cleopas ...
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3137. Maria -- Mary, the name of several Christian women
... Definition: Mary, Miriam Definition: Mary, Miriam, (a) the mother of Jesus, (b)
of Magdala, (c) sister of Martha and Lazarus, (d) wife of Cleopas, (e) mother ...
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Third and Fourth Appearances of Jesus.
... But his kindly mien won their confidence and they tell him all.] 18 And one of them,
named Cleopas, answering said unto him, Dost thou alone sojourn in ...
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The Evening of Easter.
... As Cleopas and his companion (Luke, perhaps) went westward over the hills they talked
of all these strange things with bowed heads and sad hearts, for Jesus ...
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The Risen Lord's Self-Revelation to Wavering Disciples
... 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 ...
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The Arabic Gospel of the Infancy of the Saviour (Nt Apocrypha)
... The one was called Mary, and her son's name was Cleopas. ... Mary did so, and the mother
of Cleopas went away, and made a shirt of it, and put it on her son. ...
/.../the arabic gospel of the infancy of the saviour/the arabic gospel of the.htm

The Crucifixion and the Resurrection
... Anyway, they knew Him now. And then, suddenly, He was gone. Cleopas and
his friend could not keep their good news to themselves. ...
/.../anonymous/the good shepherd/chapter xii the crucifixion and.htm

The Epistle of Saint Jude.
... Jude, brother of the two Apostles, James the Less and Simon, by the sister of the
mother of Christ, who is called Mary (wife) of James or Cleopas, as we read ...
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Enumeration Ordained by Apostles.
... that they are these:"James the bishop of Jerusalem, the brother of our Lord; [3535]
upon whose death the second was Simeon the son of Cleopas; after whom the ...
/.../constitutions of the holy apostles/sec iv enumeration ordained by apostles.htm

The Walk to Emmaus. Ch. 24:13-35
... And they stood still, looking sad.18 And one of them, named Cleopas, answering said
unto him, Dost thou alone sojourn in Jerusalem and not know the things ...
/.../erdman/the gospel of luke an exposition/l the walk to emmaus.htm

The Lord's Last Days with his Disciples.
... There were others beside the apostles"Cleopas and his companion, and probably the
women of Galilee, as well as Mary, and Martha, and Lazarus of Bethany, but ...
/.../lathbury/childs story of the bible/chapter xlvi the lords last.htm

The Walk to Emmaus
... 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 ...
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Cleopas (2 Occurrences)
...CLEOPAS. kle'-o-pas (Kleopas, "renowned father"): One of the two disciples whom
Jesus met on the way to Emmaus (Luke 24:18). ...Cleopas (2 Occurrences). ...
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Zealot (4 Occurrences)
... Further, the "Preaching of Simon, son of Cleopas" (compare Budge, II, 70;) has the
heading "The preaching of the blessed Simon, the son of Cleopas, who was ...
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Canaanite (74 Occurrences)
... Further, the "Preaching of Simon, son of Cleopas" (compare Budge, II, 70;) has the
heading "The preaching of the blessed Simon, the son of Cleopas, who was ...
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Cananaean (2 Occurrences)
... Further, the "Preaching of Simon, son of Cleopas" (compare Budge, II, 70;) has the
heading "The preaching of the blessed Simon, the son of Cleopas, who was ...
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Cle'opas (1 Occurrence)
Cle'opas. Cleopas, Cle'opas. Cleopatra . Multi-Version Concordance Cle'opas
(1 Occurrence). ... Cleopas, Cle'opas. Cleopatra . Reference Bible.
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Cleophas (1 Occurrence)
... (in the spelling of this word h is inserted by mistake from Latin MSS.), rather
Cleopas, which is the Greek form of the word, while Clopas is the Aramaic form. ...
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Clement (1 Occurrence)

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Visitor (2 Occurrences)
... Luke 24:18 One of them, named Cleopas, answered him, "Are you the only stranger
in Jerusalem who doesn't know the things which have happened there in these days ...
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Visiting (10 Occurrences)
... Luke 24:18 One of them, named Cleopas, answered him, "Are you the only stranger
in Jerusalem who doesn't know the things which have happened there in these days ...
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Nathanael (6 Occurrences)
... to the "Genealogies of the Twelve Apostles" (compare Budge, Contendings of the Apostles,
II, 50), Nathanael was the same as Simon, the son of Cleopas, and was ...
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