"Is it permissible for Muslims to use AI for Islamic guidance?"
Using AI as a tool for Islamic learning is permissible (and beneficial) — similar to using books, search engines, or lecture recordings. What matters is how it is used: AI should assist in learning and exploration, not replace qualified scholars for formal rulings. The Islamic principle is: 'Ask the people of knowledge if you do not know' (16:43) — AI is a powerful knowledge tool, not an 'alim (scholar). Use it accordingly.
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Islam's framework for any new technology (istislah) asks: does this serve the five objectives of Islamic law (protection of life, intellect, lineage, wealth, and religion)? AI, when used appropriately, protects intellect by increasing access to knowledge. The key principles: (1) Verify AI outputs against established scholarship. (2) Never use AI for fatawa on major life decisions. (3) Report harmful AI outputs to developers. (4) Use AI as a tool for ibadah, not to replace it.
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