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 neutral term
- 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)
- Fetish, a natural object believed to have supernatural powers
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
- AV idol, Japanese idol working in the adult video industry
- 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, 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
Idols may mean:
- Danish, Dutch, Finnish, South African or West African version of the British Pop Idol (Idol series)