Opinion: Pope Leo reminds us of the value of our shared humanity
Pope Leo XIV has released his first encyclical titled 'Magnifica Humanitas,' addressing the implications of artificial intelligence. He draws parallels between AI's rise and the biblical Tower of Babel, emphasizing the need for caution and ethical considerations. The pope advocates for prioritizing human dignity and warns against the potential job losses and emotional disconnect that AI may cause.
- ▪Pope Leo XIV's encyclical focuses on the rise of artificial intelligence and its impact on humanity.
- ▪He compares AI's rapid development to the biblical story of the Tower of Babel, highlighting concerns about human hubris.
- ▪The pope emphasizes that economic progress should not come at the expense of human dignity and purpose.
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Opinion Opinion: Pope Leo reminds us of the value of our shared humanity May 30, 20268:00 AM ET Heard on Weekend Edition Saturday Scott Simon Opinion: Pope Leo reminds us of the value of our shared humanity Audio will be available later today. Pope Leo XIV attends the presentation of his first Encyclical Letter "Magnifica Humanitas" focused on the rise of artificial intelligence, in The Vatican on May 25, 2026. Alberto Pizzoli/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Alberto Pizzoli/AFP via Getty Images Pope Leo released his first encyclical this week. He called it Magnifica Humanitas — or Magnificent Humanity.
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