Contradiction with Matthew 14:17-21
John 21:11 depicts a miraculous catch of fish, while Matthew 14:17-21 highlights a miraculous provision of food with initially limited resources, suggesting a contradiction in methods of provision.
Matthew 14:17-21: And they say unto him, We have here but five loaves, and two fishes.
Contradiction with Luke 5:5-6
In John 21:11, a large catch of 153 fish is counted precisely. In Luke 5:5-6, an uncontrolled large catch is mentioned without precise numbers, indicating a contradiction in detail orientation.
Luke 5:5-6: And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.
Contradiction with John 6:9-13
John 21:11 states an exact number of fish caught, while John 6:9-13 discusses a miracle involving feeding with loaves and fishes without emphasis on precise counting, suggesting a difference in narrative style.
John 6:9-13: There is a lad here, which hath five barley loaves, and two small fishes: but what are they among so many?
Contradiction with Mark 6:41-44
John 21:11 focuses on a detailed record of a miraculous catch, whereas Mark 6:41-44 recounts a miracle feeding thousands without concern for exact quantities, contrasting the emphasis on specific details.
Mark 6:41-44: And when he had taken the five loaves and the two fishes, he looked up to heaven, and blessed, and brake the loaves, and gave [them] to his disciples to set before them; and the two fishes divided he among them all.