Mark 2:18
And the disciples of John and of the Pharisees used to fast: and they come and say unto him, Why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast, but thy disciples fast not?
Cross-reference
Matthew 9:14–17
Parallel
Matthew 9:14-17 gives the parallel account of the fasting question and Jesus' reply with the bridegroom and wineskin parables.
Luke 5:33–39
Parallel
Luke 5:33-39 parallels the same dialogue on fasting, adding the parable of new wine and old wineskins.
Luke 18:12
Related theme
In Luke 18:12 a Pharisee boasts of fasting twice weekly, illustrating self-righteous fasting alluded to here.
Matthew 6:16
Contrast
Matthew 6:16 condemns hypocritical fasting for show, contrasting the Pharisaic practice noted here.
Matthew 6:18
Related theme
Matthew 6:18 instructs secret fasting rewarded by the Father, adding proper attitude to the fasting mentioned here.
Matthew 23:5
Related theme
Matthew 23:5 criticizes Pharisees' showy religious acts, linking to their fasting behavior referenced here.