[Sheestgag]

Veneration and idolatry aren't necessarily a bad thing. Yes, honoring relics is demonized by various traditions, but the fact is we bow to the Buddha, to monks to lamas and idols not because we're worshiping but out of respect. And isn't it also a remedy for pride? By bowing to another, or a Holy object, we are are showing our humility and humbleness. It's not about idolatry. It's a cure for the conditioning of pride in my opinion.