Cwic Media- LDS Podcast / Latter-day Saints Elder Bednar On Artificial Intelligence And Artificial Infidelity
Nov 22, 2024
Elder Bednar, a prominent religious leader, discusses the profound implications of artificial intelligence on spirituality and personal relationships. He warns against 'artificial infidelity' as AI companions fulfill emotional needs, potentially eroding real human connections. The conversation highlights the duality of technology—its ability to serve as a divine gift or a perilous trap. Emphasizing the importance of moral agency, Bednar urges listeners to seek guidance from the Holy Ghost in navigating the complexities of AI, ensuring that spiritual growth remains a priority.
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Technology as a Gift
- Technology and scientific advancements are gifts from God, not inherently evil.
- The issue lies in how humanity uses and interprets these gifts, often turning them to poison.
Evaluating Technology Use
- Evaluate technology's impact on your connection with the Holy Ghost.
- Assess if technology use enhances or restricts your capacity to live, love, and serve meaningfully.
Artificial Infidelity
- AI companions offer addictive, idealized relationships, distorting real-life intimacy.
- This "artificial infidelity" can erode genuine human connection, especially in marriages.