The story of Emmaus beautifully shows the disciples’ journey into faith after the Death and Resurrection of Jesus. The disciples are walking away from Jerusalem, discouraged by the events that led to Jesus’ Death. Jesus joins them on the walk and explains the scriptures to them. They are interested but not convinced. Finally they arrive at an inn. The disciples offer hospitality and Jesus accepts. They realize who he is when he breaks bread with them.
The exact distance of Emmaus from the city of Jerusalem is disputed. The distance is estimated to have been from one to seven miles.