“drew near.” This New Testament expression conveys the idea that Jesus had been walking behind them and quickened His pace until He caught up with them. Instead of two, now there were three! Cleopas and his friend had been discussing how their hopes had been dashed by Jesus’ crucifixion. At that very moment, the Topic of their discussion joined them on the road and entered into their conversation. The men confessed their knowledge of Jesus. They believed He was a prophet. They talked about His mighty