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Idol
/ˈaɪ.dəl/noun
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An idol is a physical object, such as a statue or image, that is worshipped as a divine representation, or a person who is excessively admired and emulated as a role model. In today's digital age, it often extends to celebrities and influencers who command fanatical followings, blurring the lines between genuine inspiration and unhealthy obsession.
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The concept of idols has sparked major historical movements, like the Byzantine Iconoclastic Controversy from 726 to 843 AD, where emperors ordered the destruction of religious images, leading to riots, excommunications, and a profound shift in Christian art that influenced Western civilization for centuries.
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