Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary Luke 24:33

"And they rose up that very hour, and returned to Jerusalem, and found the eleven gathered together, and them that were with them," — Luke 24:33 (ASV)

The words “at once” continue the chronology of the resurrection day (cf. v.13). The reunion with the Eleven brought assurance to all, as the two disciples fulfilled their role as witnesses (vv.34–35). They especially spoke of recognizing Jesus when he broke bread with them (v.35).