Pope Leo's 'Magnifica humanitas': AI must serve humanity not concentrate power

May 25, 2026 · 10:31 AM UTC ·15 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 36 views

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Pope Leo XIV has released his first encyclical, 'Magnifica humanitas,' which emphasizes the need for artificial intelligence to serve humanity rather than concentrate power. The encyclical addresses the importance of safeguarding human dignity, promoting social justice, and ensuring technology is used for the common good. It reflects on the Church's social doctrine and calls for a shared responsibility in the development of technology.

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▪Pope Leo XIV's encyclical marks the 135th anniversary of Rerum novarum.
▪The document emphasizes that technology should not be antagonistic to humanity but must serve the common good.
▪Pope Leo XIV highlights the dignity of the person and the importance of human rights, including the right to life.

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▪ Pope Leo XIV says AI must serve humanity, not the powerful few — RNS
▪ Pope Leo calls for AI to serve humanity and not concentrate power — Engadget
▪ "Magnifica Humanitas": Pope Leo XIV Rejects Transhumanism — Hacker News (Newest)

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Pope Pope Leo XIV encyclical artificial intelligence Magnifica humanitas Pope Leo’s ‘Magnifica humanitas’: AI must serve humanity not concentrate power Marking the 135th anniversary of Rerum novarum, Pope Leo XIV releases his first encyclical, entitled ‘Magnifica humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence.’ He appeals for the safeguarding of humanity, promotion of truth, dignity of work, social justice, and peace. By Isabella Piro “Humanity, created by God in all its grandeur, is today facing a pivotal choice: either to construct a new Tower of Babel or to build the city in which God and humanity dwell together.” The opening words of Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, Magnifica humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial…

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