Contradiction with John 1:18
Contradicts Revelation 15:8 by stating that no one has seen God at any time, whereas Revelation 15:8 implies God's presence fills the temple.
John 1:18: No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared [him].
Contradiction with 1 Kings 8:10-11
This conflicts with Revelation 15:8 by suggesting the priests could not stand to minister due to a cloud, unlike the unapproachable temple filled with smoke in Revelation 15:8.
1 Kings 8:10-11: And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy [place], that the cloud filled the house of the LORD,
Contradiction with Exodus 40:34-35
Describes the cloud covering the tent of the congregation and glory of the Lord filling the tabernacle, preventing Moses from entering, contrasting with the temple being filled with smoke in Revelation 15:8.
Exodus 40:34-35: Then a cloud covered the tent of the congregation, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:19-22
This passage encourages believers to draw near to God with confidence, while Revelation 15:8 describes an environment where no one can enter the temple.
Hebrews 10:19-22: Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, [boldness: or, liberty]
Contradiction with Matthew 27:51
States that the veil of the temple was torn, symbolizing access to God, which opposes the inaccessible nature of the temple described in Revelation 15:8.
Matthew 27:51: And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent;
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be that a loving God is often associated with mercy and accessibility to prayer. However, the verse suggests that there is a moment when access to God is limited or blocked, which might seem at odds with the idea of a merciful, ever-accessible deity.