idol worship

• Verehrung, Anbetung oder übermäßige Hingabe an eine Person, Sache oder Idee, oft bis zur Idealisierung. Im religiösen Kontext die Anbetung von Götzen oder körperlichen Abbildern von Gottheiten.

The act of revering, adoring, or showing excessive devotion to a person, object, or concept, often to the point of idealization. In a religious context, it refers to the worship of idols or physical representations of deities.

1. Religious practiceB2formal

   The act of revering or praying to a physical object, image, or statue as a representation of a deity.

   Götzendienst

   • Idol worship is a common practice in many ancient religions.
   • The temple is a place for idol worship and meditation.
   • Some cultures consider idol worship a central part of their faith.

2. Excessive admirationB2informal

   An extreme or uncritical admiration for a person, often a celebrity or public figure.

   Vergötterung

   • His idol worship of the rock star bordered on obsession.
   • Teenagers often engage in idol worship of their favorite singers.
   • The media encourages idol worship of famous athletes.