Contradiction with Deuteronomy 4:12
This verse states that the Israelites heard God's voice without any form, contradicting Ezekiel 8:3 where a form is described.
Deuteronomy 4:12: And the LORD spake unto you out of the midst of the fire: ye heard the voice of the words, but saw no similitude; only [ye heard] a voice. [only...: Heb. save a voice]
Contradiction with John 4:24
This verse describes God as a spirit, while in Ezekiel 8:3, God is represented with a physical hand.
John 4:24: God [is] a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship [him] in spirit and in truth.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 1:17
This verse refers to God as invisible, while Ezekiel 8:3 describes a visible form.
1 Timothy 1:17: Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, [be] honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Contradiction with Exodus 33:20
This verse states that no one can see God and live, yet Ezekiel 8:3 implies a visible manifestation.
Exodus 33:20: And he said, Thou canst not see my face: for there shall no man see me, and live.
Contradiction with Isaiah 66:1
This verse expresses God's omnipresence, suggesting He doesn't need to move, unlike the description in Ezekiel 8:3.
Isaiah 66:1: Thus saith the LORD, The heaven [is] my throne, and the earth [is] my footstool: where [is] the house that ye build unto me? and where [is] the place of my rest?
Paradox #1
The verse in question describes a supernatural event where a prophet is transported by the Spirit of God. Some might see a contradiction if they have a different understanding of how God interacts with people. For example, a strict literal interpretation of spiritual experiences may conflict with a more metaphorical or symbolic understanding found elsewhere in scripture. However, this largely depends on one's theological perspective and interpretation.
Paradox #2
The main doctrinal issue with Ezekiel 8:3 could be the description of God using a physical form to transport Ezekiel in a vision, which might seem inconsistent with the idea of God being a spirit and not having a physical body. This could be seen as conflicting with certain theological views about the nature of God.
Paradox #3
Ezekiel 8:3 describes a vision where a prophet is taken to observe idolatry in the temple. The moral conflict here could be seen in the idea of being forcibly shown something wrong or sinful, which might raise questions about the ethics of exposing someone to evil, even if it is to bring awareness and correction. Some might see a contradiction in the method of revelation or the balance between divine guidance and human agency.