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How should public theologians and social ethicists assess, anticipate, and amend the projected path taken by Artificial Intelligence and Intelligence Amplification? With the advent of generative AI along with large language models, suddenly our techie whiz kids are sounding the fire alarm. Will a Frankenstein monster escape its creator’s design? Will more highly evolved superintelligence render today’s human race extinct? Is this generation morally obligated to give birth to a tomorrow in which we outdated humans can no longer participate? This book collects foresighted analyses and recommendations from computer scientists, neuroscientists, AI ethicists, along with Christian and Muslim theologians.

Features of the book:

• A comprehensive exploration of AI's implications for religion, theology, and ethics.
• Detailed discussions on human identity, moral agency, and consciousness in contrast to AI.
• Insights into how AI technologies are transforming religious practices and beliefs.
• Perspectives on the ethical responsibilities tied to developing and integrating AI into society.
• Contributions to the broader dialogue between technology, theology, and ethics.

Perfect for theologians, ethicists, and anyone curious about the ethical dilemmas of our technological age, this book offers a critical lens to navigate the intersection of faith and innovation.

God in the Natural World: Theological Explorations in Appreciation for Denis Edwards, co-edited with Marie Turner, Adelaide, Australia: ATF Press, 2020.

This collection of essays is a fitting tribute to Denis Edwards, who was one of Australia’s leading theologians. In exploring the most challenging questions of our time, these essays canvas some of the great themes of Christian theology that were the focus of Edwards research. Denis Edwards was a theologian of dialogue: dialogue with our rich theological tradition, dialogue with science, dialogue with contemporary theologians. The contributors to this volume enter into a dialogue with substantial parts of the theological output of Denis Edwards. In the process, they capture something of his humanity, his love of creation, and his concern for our common home. The book demonstrates the commitment Denis Edwards had to a theology that is truly ecumenical and always learning from the insights of others. The editors and authors have done a great service in helping many others to deepen reflection on Denis Edwards’ contribution to our understanding of God and the natural world.

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