Themes: Confusion, Wonder. The opening movement sets a scene of bewilderment, building into a revelation, yet retaining a sense of mystery and awe.
Themes: Disillusionment, Enlightenment. A melancholic melody transitions to enlightenment, capturing the disciples' journey from heartache to understanding.
Themes: Joy, Belief. This joyous movement reflects the transformative recognition at the breaking of the bread, echoing the disciples' newfound zeal to share their experience.
Themes: Majesty, Mission. A solemn theme musically ascends, symbolizing Jesus' departure and the disciples' mission, infused with a sense of urgency and purpose.
Themes: Hope, Reflection. Integrating motifs from earlier movements, this concluding piece symbolizes the eternal promise of the resurrection and the spread of faith, ending on a hopeful, uplifting note.