They identified him with God.
They welcomed her warmly.
They all thought of her as a bright girl.
They used abusive language to her.
They sacrificed a calf to God.
She introduced herself to the people who were there.
They adore him―idolize him―make an idol of him―worship his shadow as he passes―worship the ground he stands on―wear him in their heart of hearts.
They recompensed him for his services.
They appointed him manager.