The Story Unfolds
Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; but they were kept from recognizing him. When he was at the table with them, 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. They asked each other, "Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?"
Story Summary
Jesus appears to two disciples on the road, revealing himself in the breaking of bread.
Masterpiece Showcase
Artwork Details
"The Supper at Emmaus"
Caravaggio
1601
Oil on canvas
National Gallery, London
Curator's Insights
About the Art
Caravaggio captures the exact moment of recognition, with dramatic gestures and expressions showing the disciples' amazement.
About the Artist
Caravaggio's genius lay in making biblical scenes immediate and emotionally powerful through realistic detail.
Historical Context
This work exemplifies Baroque art's goal of making religious experiences vivid and personally engaging.
Techniques Used:
Symbolism:
- Breaking bread reveals Christ's identity
- Light represents spiritual illumination
- Gestures show recognition shock
Interactive Art Adventure
Look Closer
- Look at the disciples' shocked expressions as they recognize Jesus
- Notice the dramatic hand gestures
- See how the light focuses on the important moment
Creative Spark
The disciples' hearts "burned within them" when Jesus spoke. Draw a heart and fill it with warm colors to show excitement.