Artificial Intelligence as an Instrument for Empowering the Community: An Interdisciplinary Review in an Islamic Context

Abstract

The development of artificial intelligence (AI) has had a broad impact on various aspects of human life, including in the socio-religious context. This article aims to examine the potential of AI as an instrument for empowering Muslims through an interdisciplinary approach that combines technological perspectives, Islamic ethics, and sociology. The method used is a qualitative literature study with an analysis of relevant literature from the fields of computer science, contemporary Islamic thought, and technological ethics. The results of the study indicate that AI has significant potential to support the empowerment of the community, particularly in the fields of education, the community economy, and social services. However, its utilization requires a normative framework based on the values ​​of maqāṣid al-syarī'ah to ensure harmony between technological progress and the principles of justice, welfare, and moral responsibility in Islam. Thus, AI must not only be understood as a technical innovation, but also as a means of meaningful social transformation within the framework of Islamic values.