Craig Feinstein wrote:

So we see that idolatry and the zealous belief in the big bang theory
have much in common.

The BB hypothesis and subsequent facts fit very well. The figure of
merit for a theory or hypothesis is how well supported it is empirically.

No finite number of facts can prove a hypothesis or theory true, but if
the theory or hypothesis survives many challenges, one my feel
comfortable keeping it until (1) facts indicate that it is false or (2)
a better theory or hypothesis is formulated.

Having a theory is NOT idolatry. It is science, as long as the facts
support the theory.

Bob Kolker