Contradiction with Luke 23:32-33
Luke mentions the two criminals were led with Jesus and does not specify the positioning of the crosses as in Matthew.
Luke 23:32-33: And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death.
Contradiction with John 19:18
John describes the crucifixion scene without specifying the robbers, focusing instead on the inscription over Jesus.
John 19:18: Where they crucified him, and two other with him, on either side one, and Jesus in the midst.
Contradiction with Mark 15:27-28
Mark includes the detail that Scripture was fulfilled, contrasting with Matthew's more straightforward account.
Mark 15:27-28: And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his left.
Paradox #1
Numerical contradiction may arise if different accounts in the Bible provide varying details about the number of people involved in a particular event. For example, if one account states there were two individuals, while another account might suggest a different number. In the case of Matthew 27:38, some might compare this with another verse and notice a difference in number or description, causing a perceived inconsistency.