Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
Psalms 19:13 speaks of being kept from presumptuous sins, whereas 1 John 1:8 states that if we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves, suggesting that everyone sins.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
While Psalms 19:13 involves a plea for restraint from sins, Romans 3:23 affirms that all have sinned, indicating the inevitable fallibility of humans.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with James 3:2
Psalms 19:13 desires to be free from great transgressions, but James 3:2 acknowledges that everyone stumbles in many ways, implying imperfection is universal.
James 3:2: For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same [is] a perfect man, [and] able also to bridle the whole body.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
Psalms 19:13 involves a prayer for protection against dominion of sins, but Ecclesiastes 7:20 highlights there is not a righteous person who never sins, asserting constant sinfulness.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:9
Psalms 19:13 is about cleansing and avoiding sin's control; Proverbs 20:9 questions who can claim purity from sin, suggesting such purity is impossible.
Proverbs 20:9: Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin?
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction in Psalms 19:13 could be the struggle between human desire and the intention to live a righteous life. The verse highlights asking for protection from sin, acknowledging human weaknesses, yet it may feel contradictory if seen as asking for help while also possessing the freedom to make moral choices. It raises the question of individual responsibility versus reliance on divine intervention.