--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Modern idols or false gods can take such…" description: "\"Modern idols or false gods can take such forms as clothes, homes, businesses, machines, automobiles, pleasure boats, and numerous other material deflec..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/452/spencer-w-kimball-1179_automobile_modern-idols-or-false-gods-can-take-such_2942256.jpg" --- # Modern idols or false gods can take such forms as clothes… ![“Modern idols or false gods can take such forms as clothes, homes, businesses, machines, automobiles, pleasure boats, and numerous other material deflectors...” quote by Spencer W. Kimball](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/452/spencer-w-kimball-1179_automobile_modern-idols-or-false-gods-can-take-such_2942256.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/452/spencer-w-kimball-1179_automobile_modern-idols-or-false-gods-can-take-such_2942256.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/452/spencer-w-kimball-1179_automobile_modern-idols-or-false-gods-can-take-such_2942256.jpg) > “Modern idols or false gods can take such forms as clothes, homes, businesses, machines, automobiles, pleasure boats, and numerous other material deflectors...” [Spencer W. Kimball](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/spencer-w-kimball/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Material possessions can become idols that distract from spiritual priorities. **In simple terms:** Objects can become false idols. Key Takeaway Examine what you truly value. Themes spirituality materialism idolatry Mood reflective serious Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - personal budgeting - family time - community service - faith reflection Key Concepts iconoclasm consumer culture Questions to Reflect On - What possessions dominate your thoughts? - How can you shift focus to non‑material goals? 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