Emmaus

Meaning

Proper Noun

  • A town mentioned in the Gospel of Luke in the New Testament, where Jesus is said to have appeared, after his death and resurrection, before two disciples. Various locations have been suggested.
  • borough Pennsylvania (state).

Origin

  • Ancient Greek Ἐμμαοῦς

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