Artificial intelligence, truth and wisdom: A Franciscan perspective
Martín Carbajo-Núñez OFM
Pontifical University Antonianum, Rome, Italy (Italy)
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2814-5688
Abstract
This article delves into how to live in truth and attain wisdom in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), using the Franciscan Tradition as a guide and reference. While AI can help expand our knowledge, it also blurs the line between truth and falsehood (1st part). The second part, drawing on Socrates' reflections on writing, explores the evolving concept of wisdom in the context of AI. The third part examines how the Franciscan Tradition has approached truth and wisdom. It is concluded that the Franciscan holistic and relational perspective can guide the development of AI towards creating a more humane and fraternal world.
Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Truth, Wisdom, Franciscan Tradition, Ecclesiastical Magisterium, SocratesReferences
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Authors
Martín Carbajo-Núñez OFMPontifical University Antonianum, Rome, Italy Italy
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2814-5688
Martín Cabajo-Núñez OFM - Prof. dr., born in Zamora, Spain, Martín Carbajo Núñez, OFM has lived in Rome since 1995, where he currently teaches ethics and communication at two universities: the Antonianum (Pontifical University Antonianum or PUA) and the Alfonsianum (Pontifical Lateran University or PUL). At the PUA, he has served as Vice-Rector and Rector Magnificus ad interim for three years. He also teaches regularly in Spain and the USA. Professor Carbajo studies the relevance of the Franciscan Intellectual Tradition in formulating a global ethic and facing the challenges of the new digital age. He also studies journalistic deontology in regard to informational privacy, e-mail: mcarbajon@gmail.com.
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