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Exploring The Religio-Socio Ethical Dimensions of Ai-Driven Evangelism:

Opportunities, Challenges, And Implications

Alao Oluwafemi Joseph,Dairo Afolorunso Olalekan

2024 · DOI: 10.61453/jobss.v2024no17
Journal of Business and Social Sciences · 4 Citations

TLDR

The impact of AI-driven evangelism is investigated, focusing on its religiosocio ethical dimensions, and the necessity for continued dialogue among religious communities to successfully navigate the complexities introduced by AI in spiritual life is emphasized.

Abstract

This paper investigates the impact of AI-driven evangelism, focusing on its religiosocio

ethical dimensions. It highlights the integration of artificial intelligence in religious

practices, addressing its benefits such as broader access to spiritual content, personalized

education, and improved engagement with younger audiences alongside significant challenges,

including concerns over authenticity, empathy, and ethical implications of machine-mediated

guidance. The study stresses the importance of establishing ethical frameworks for AI use

within religious institutions. Recommendations include developing ethical guidelines that align

with theological principles, providing ongoing education for religious leaders on AI, and

engaging congregations in discussions about technology integration. The paper concludes by

advocating for balanced approaches to AI that enhance spiritual experiences while respecting

diverse faith practices. Overall, it emphasizes the necessity for continued dialogue among

religious communities to successfully navigate the complexities introduced by AI in spiritual

life.