Götzen
Götzen is a term with Germanic origins, commonly translated as "idol" or "false god." Historically, it referred to images or statues worshipped as deities, particularly in pre-Christian Germanic cultures. The concept of Götzen is often contrasted with monotheistic religions, where the worship of such idols is forbidden.
In a broader sense, "Götzen" can be used metaphorically to describe anything that is excessively admired, revered,
The use of "Götzen" reflects a historical and cultural understanding of idolatry. In Christian theology, for