If the abstract majesty of the creator of it all is too cumbersome to decipher, you are free to make an idol but that should never represent fear but should be a symbol of love. Hindus talk about such idols and ideals. It is high time to practice it. The men and women of monolithic religion have even a tougher job and millions have done justice by practicing human rights, freedom and democracy within their societies mostly representing the modern world of 21st century. Religion is always about enlightenment and not about destruction and war. It is especially about protecting women, children and elders even in peace and conflict. Islam says that. It should be universally true not only for Muslims but the whole world. It is ironic to then understand how far we are still from such a world even in 21st century. And many people of enlightenment blame religion for that.