That crucifix, that painting, that statue are false a image of a false jesus...no one knows what he looked like...so men have made their own..... I have seen the pictured with flowers in front of them..candles in front of them ...not really any difference than the golden calf... Sorry
No need for an apology. You’ve seen things I’ve not that have profoundly affected you in ways I was not.
In no way was I arguing with you; we have had different experiences that have affected us in different ways.
I have every respect for your wish to avoid even the hint of worshipping an idol and commend you for it. The first leaders of the Christian church warned the gentiles (that’s me) to avoid idolatry.