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.

Copyright Statement These files are public domain. Bibliography Information Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Entry for 'CLEOPAS'". "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia". 1915.