''' Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.'''
Jesus made the statement above to one of the criminals because he
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Jesus made the statement above to one of the criminals because he was repentant. The statement was made to the criminal who had acknowledged his wrongdoing and asked Jesus to remember him when He comes into His kingdom. Jesus promised him that he would be with Him in paradise that day. This shows that Jesus is forgiving and shows mercy to those who repent and turn away from their sins.