Why is an idol and how is jack compared to an idol in lord of the Flies?

An idol is an object or person that is worshipped or admired as representing a particular quality or idea. In "Lord of the Flies," Jack is compared to an idol because he becomes the focal point of power, control, and fear among the boys on the island. His charisma and ability to incite fear make him a figure that the other boys look up to and follow, even to the point of blind obedience.