In Matthew 13:10, the disciples ask Jesus why he speaks in parables—a direct parallel account of the same event in Luke.

In Matthew 13:18, Jesus explains the parable of the sower—the direct parallel to the explanation that follows the disciples' question in Luke.

In Matthew 15:15, Peter similarly asks Jesus to explain a parable, showing a recurring pattern of disciples seeking clarification.

Mark 4:10 provides the parallel account of the same scene—the disciples asking about the parable of the sower in private.

Mark 4:34 explains Jesus’ consistent practice: explaining everything privately to his disciples, as happens here.

In Mark 7:17, the disciples again ask Jesus privately about a parable, mirroring the pattern seen here.

In Mark 7:18, Jesus responds to a similar request by rebuking their dullness, contrasting with the privileged explanation in Luke 8:10.

In Matthew 13:36, the disciples again ask Jesus to explain a parable (the weeds)—a similar request pattern, though a different parable.