The Intersection of Bernard Lonergan’s Critical Realism, the Common Good, and Artificial Intelligence in Modern Religious Practices

Artificial intelligence (AI) profoundly influences a number of societal structures today, including religious dynamics. Using Bernard Lonergan’s critical realism as a lens, this article investigates the intersections of AI and religious traditions in their shared pursuit of the common good. Beginnin...

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Autore principale: Umbrello, Steven (Autore)
Tipo di documento: Elettronico Articolo
Lingua:Inglese
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Pubblicazione: MDPI 2023
In: Religions
Anno: 2023, Volume: 14, Fascicolo: 12
Altre parole chiave:B AI and religious experience
B Bernard Lonergan
B Critical Realism
B common good and technology
B Digital Religion
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Riepilogo:Artificial intelligence (AI) profoundly influences a number of societal structures today, including religious dynamics. Using Bernard Lonergan’s critical realism as a lens, this article investigates the intersections of AI and religious traditions in their shared pursuit of the common good. Beginning with Lonergan’s principle that humans construct their understanding through cognitive processes, we examine how AI-mediated realities align with or challenge traditional religious tenets. By delving into specific cases, we spotlight AI’s role in reshaping religious symbols, rituals, and even creating novel spiritual meanings. Using Lonergan’s insights on the balance between subjectivity and objectivity, I analyze AI’s potential to both create new sacred spaces and challenge religious orthodoxy. The crux of the discussion centers on the negotiation between religious values and technological innovation, assessing how AI can bolster religious life while maintaining its core essence. Ultimately, this article underscores the importance of the common good in the age of AI-driven religious evolution.
ISSN:2077-1444
Comprende:Enthalten in: Religions
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.3390/rel14121536