In Matthew 13:13, Jesus explains he uses parables to conceal truth from the unreceptive — directly connecting to the claim here that he spoke only in parables.

Matthew 13:3 is the first parable Jesus tells in this chapter, exemplifying his pattern of teaching entirely in parables.

In Mark 4:33, a parallel account notes Jesus taught with many parables according to the crowd's ability — complementing Matthew's statement.

In Mark 4:34, an almost identical statement: Jesus taught only in parables publicly but explained privately — reinforcing this verse.

Psalm 78:2 is the prophecy quoted here — Asaph speaking in parables about hidden things, fulfilled by Jesus' teaching method.

Mark 4:2 states Jesus taught many things in parables, directly paralleling the same description of his teaching method here.

John 16:25 contrasts Jesus' current figurative speech with future plain speech, highlighting the temporary nature of parabolic teaching.

Mark 3:23 shows Jesus using a parable during the Beelzebub controversy, another instance of his parabolic teaching.

Mark 12:1 presents the parable of the tenants, another example of Jesus using parables to convey deeper truths.

Luke 14:7 recounts Jesus telling a parable about wedding feasts, demonstrating his consistent use of parables in teaching.