Contradiction with Proverbs 11:2
While Psalms 36:2 discusses self-flattery and lack of self-awareness, Proverbs 11:2 emphasizes that pride leads to shame, contrasting with the ignorance of one's faults.
Proverbs 11:2: [When] pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly [is] wisdom.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18
Psalms 36:2 describes someone who does not recognize their iniquity due to self-flattery, while Proverbs 16:18 warns that pride goes before destruction, implying awareness of fallibility saves one from downfall.
Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Contradiction with Proverbs 21:2
Psalms 36:2 talks about a person not acknowledging their sins, whereas Proverbs 21:2 states that every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart, suggesting God sees beyond self-deception.
Proverbs 21:2: Every way of a man [is] right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.
Paradox #1
Psalms 36:2 talks about people who don't recognize their own wrongdoing. A possible contradiction here is that people might be overly confident in their own righteousness, which can lead them to ignore their faults. This contrasts with the moral teaching that humility and self-reflection are important virtues.