Contradiction with Matthew 13:10-11
This verse suggests parables conceal truths from non-disciples, whereas Matthew 16:11 implies an expectation for understanding teachings.
Matthew 13:10-11: And the disciples came, and said unto him, Why speakest thou unto them in parables?
Contradiction with Mark 4:33-34
Jesus explains everything to his disciples separately, which seems to contradict the expectation in Matthew 16:11 for them to understand directly.
Mark 4:33-34: And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to hear [it].
Contradiction with John 16:25
Jesus acknowledges speaking in figurative language, which contrasts with the command to understand plainly in Matthew 16:11.
John 16:25: These things have I spoken unto you in proverbs: but the time cometh, when I shall no more speak unto you in proverbs, but I shall shew you plainly of the Father. [proverbs: or, parables]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:14
Spiritual truths are not comprehended by natural man, potentially aligning disciples with non-spiritual understanding contrary to Matthew 16:11.
1 Corinthians 2:14: But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know [them], because they are spiritually discerned.
Contradiction with Hebrews 5:12
Indicates a need for teachings in basic terms due to lack of understanding, in contrast to the expectation in Matthew 16:11 for comprehension.
Hebrews 5:12: For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which [be] the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat.