About Artificial Intelligence? A Christian Appraisal
| Authors | MacKay, Donald MacCrimmon |
|---|---|
| Date | 1985 |
| Proceedings | ACMS Conference Proceedings 1985 |
| Vol / Pages | pp. 3-33 |
| URL | https://pillars.taylor.edu/acms-1985/2/ |
Type: Conference Paper
Tags: Artificial intelligence, brain, Christian Faith, computers, Consciousness, creativity, human brain, personality, personhood, service, stewardship, Theology
Abstract
Christians are responsible to pursue opportunities for doing good provided by developments in science and technology. Though the accomplishments of knowledge-based systems is sometimes overblown, Christians should explore its potential and not denigrate AI in the supposed interests of protecting our humanity. This article is part of that exploration. It first looks at what is involved in using behavioral language to describe mechanical processes; in particular it poses requirements for considering artificial activity to be intelligent. It next discusses physical processes involved in brain activity. Finally, it considers the relevance of AI for Christian theology, and conversely. [CJ]