Idol

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An idol is a man-made object that is venerated in some way. More specific terms include:

Cult image, a religion-neutral term for a man-made object that is venerated for the deity, spirit or daemon that it embodies or represents.
Idolatry, a term used in religion for the non-monotheism worship of cult images, termed idols.
Icon, a representative image, sometimes considered sacred.
Murti, a point of focus for devotion or meditation in Hindu and Buddhist religion (not always man-made).

Idol may also mean:

Idol (philosophy), one of several concepts developed by various philosophers.
Teen idol, a popular celebrity "worshipped" by teenagers.
Japanese idol, a heavily promoted and merchandised singer or actor.
Billy Idol, English rock musician.
Idol series, one of several television shows that give formerly unknown persons an opportunity to become stars. The Idol series is a television phenomenon that started in the United Kingdom and has since spread around the world - Australia, Singapore, Canada, France, Germany, India, the United States, and many other countries.
- Pop Idol, the original Idol series which began in Britain.
- American Idol, a highly popular American television talent competition.
"Idol", an episode of the television show Power Rangers: SPD.
The iDol, Japanese comedy movie.
Idol Records, a record label.
Brad Cain, a professional wrestler known as Lodi and Idol.

Idols may mean:

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