Is Idolizing a Sin?

According to the Maimonidean interpretation, idolatry in itself is not a fundamental sin, but the grave sin is the belief that God can be corporeal. ... The commandments in the Hebrew Bible against idolatry forbade the practices and gods of ancient Akkad, Mesopotamia, and Egypt.

What does idolizing mean in the Bible?

transitive verb. : to worship as a god broadly : to love or admire to excess the common people whom he so idolized — The Times Literary Supplement (London)

Is it bad to idolize someone?

When we idolize another human, such as a celebrity or influencer, it causes us to create unrealistic expectations and can make us feel worse about ourselves. These people really don't set a great example, and they often promote underlying issues such as narcissism, entitlement, and carelessness.