Ethical Implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Religion

ABSTRACT : The research looks at the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on contemporary society. AI is conceptualized and defined as the creation of computer-generated systems that are capable of performing activities and normally require cognitive abilities in humans. These functions include the human activities of reasoning, perception, understanding, learning, and problem-solving. AI is an ‗artificial,‘ as opposed to the human cognitive natural way, of using machines and technology to imitate human intellectual abilities. Today, AI is used to handle complicated issues that would take human intellect a long time to handle. It is highly characterized by the ability to understand and interpret visual information as pictures and videos. Special attention will be particularly focused on its influence on religion in contemporary Africa. In our connected global world, the effects of AI are global and universal. Just like any other study, the area of technology and in particular AI carries with it some ethical implications. One of the areas which has been largely affected is the ethical implication of AI in religion. This study demonstrates the ethical implications of AI, with a specific focus on ethical reflections rooted in contemporary religious and African contexts. The work proposes methods to uphold and promote religious values through AI while also seeking to expand the role of religion within this technological landscape. The study examines the relationship between humanity as ethical beings and AI, discussing the factors that influence religion, the essence of AI, and its key characteristics. It explores how AI can address religious challenges and contribute to human development.

KEYWORDS : Ethical, Artificial Intelligence, Religion, Technology, Freedom, Responsibility