The Bible and religious texts don’t mention AI directly, but offer principles: God is sovereign, humans are stewards of creation using their God-given intellect, and AI, like any tool, can be used for good (healing, knowledge) or ill, requiring ethical stewardship, humility, and focus on divine wisdom rather than human achievement, with ultimate hope in God, not technology.
Key Biblical & Theological Perspectives
Stewardship & Creativity: Humans, made in God’s image, have creativity to develop tools, including AI, but must manage them responsibly as stewards, ensuring they promote human flourishing and honor God.
God’s Sovereignty: AI doesn’t threaten God’s ultimate control; He remains sovereign, and His wisdom surpasses any human invention.
Wisdom vs. Knowledge: While AI offers immense knowledge, true wisdom comes from God, guiding ethical use and preventing idolatry of technology.
Ethical Guidance: Principles like love, justice, and preserving human dignity (Imago Dei) should guide AI development, ensuring it serves humanity rather than diminishing it.
A Tool, Not a God: AI is seen as a powerful tool, like other technologies, whose moral value depends on human intent, not an inherent divine or demonic quality.
Islamic Perspective (Quran)
Focuses on internal change and moral compass; any technological impact depends on people’s inner state and intentions, guided by divine will.
General View
AI is a reflection of human ingenuity, a gift under “common grace,” requiring discernment to use for good, not as a replacement for divine guidance or a source of ultimate hope.