On the Nature of Idols
(And Why You're Not a Loser For Watching Vtubers)

Just like the production of alcohol is inextricably linked to the onset of civilization, the creation of idols has always been a necessity for the functioning of a good society.

Nowadays, idol carries a negative connotation in the western hemisphere, due to Christianity's prohibition of worshiping idols. Of course, at the time the idols they meant were physical depictions of gods, but the function was the same. Gods and idols do differ, but the necessity of idols has made religions tailor their message to imply idolatry in their supernatural beings. For instance, it wasn't enough that one shouod worship the supreme Christian God, no, an incarnation of his spirit had to come down to stand on level footing with Humanity. You can see similar behaviors in the Iliad, what with depictions of gods fighting in the Trojan war. This implies a necessity for idols to be tanglible, and perhaps relatable to humans.

While these may have worked in ancient times, modern times have an idol drought. All religions have seen a distinct decline due to proliferation in athiesm, driven by skepticism. However, even skeptics need idols. Until that need is fulfilled, a purposeless remains.
And the need can be filled shittily, sure. Donald Trump is an idol to some, despite his flaws. Many idolized Doctor Fauci.
And for ages, drunken, drugged American musicians, actors, and athletes are pedestalized and packaged as idols to normies. But due to their flaws, they are largely unappealing to the majority, as the only interest in them seems to lie in their corruption and humiliation.

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