The Greek Orthodox and the Churches founded by Paul, Luke & Timothy are not the same. In fact they Claim to have been founded by Mark. They seem to be quite similar to the RCC and seem to like to adorn themselves with robes, vestments and other things that seem quite out of place for a new testament church. I've got it, Pharasee's. People have a great deal of trouble worship a God we can't see or touch
What was Gideon's ephod?

A passage in the Book of Exodus describes the Ephod as
an elaborate garment worn by the high priest, and upon which the Hoshen, or breastplate containing Urim and Thummim, rested. ... Gideon is additionally described as creating an ephod made up of 1,700 shekels of gold (Judges 8:25–27).
It was made from the spoils of war with the Midianites with only 300 troops in his army. Gideon had it made as a tribute to God for the victory. Instead of worshiping God in honor of victory. People started worshiping the garment.
It was Idoltry.