Qur'anic exegesis in the era of artificial intelligence: Religious authority, digital polarization, and religious moderation in a pluralistic society

Hamdan, Ali (2025) Qur'anic exegesis in the era of artificial intelligence: Religious authority, digital polarization, and religious moderation in a pluralistic society. Qur'anic Exegesis in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Religious Authority, Digital Polarization, and Religious Moderation in a Pluralistic Society, 19 (2). pp. 339-362. ISSN 1978-0893

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Abstract

This article examines the transformation of religious authority, digital polarization, and religious moderation within pluralistic societies. This qualitative research employs a literature review and thematic-contextual interpretation (tafsir). The data sources for this study include Qur'anic verses, exegetical literature, research on artificial intelligence, digital religion, religious authority, social media polarization, and religious moderation. The findings indicate that AI can assist in verse searching, linguistic analysis, thematic classification, and expanding Islamic knowledge. However, AI has several shortcomings, such as data bias, a lack of contextual understanding, and an absence of moral responsibility. Furthermore, AI can fragment religious authority and accelerate the dissemination of exclusive interpretations through algorithms, misinformation, and digital echo chambers. Consequently, AI should be regarded as an auxiliary tool, not a replacement for Islamic scholars (ulama) or exegetes (mufassir). To steer the use of AI towardsjustice, tabayun (verification/cross-checking), discussion, respect for differences, and public welfare (maslahah), thematiccontextual interpretation and the principles of religious moderation are essential.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	artificial intelligence; digital polarization; religious moderation; qur'anic exegesis; religious authority
Subjects:	22 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES > 2204 Religion and Religious Studies > 220403 Islamic Studies 22 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES > 2204 Religion and Religious Studies > 220403 Islamic Studies > 22040301 Al-Quran, Tafsir and related science 22 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES > 2204 Religion and Religious Studies
Divisions:	Faculty of Sharia and Law > Department of Al-Quran and Tafseer studies
Depositing User:	Ali Hamdan
Date Deposited:	05 Aug 2026 10:55

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