Initial Roots of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Early Islamic Era

Abstract

Islam accepts all forms of advancement, including progress in artificial intelligence. Technology requires Muslims to be proactive concerning their impacts, whether positive or negative. AI technologies are gradually overtaking older forms of work, yet the author claims that there is no existing barrier within Islam that hinders the use of AI in the workplace. In fact, there is significant evidence supporting the notion that modern AI’s foundational concepts were present in early Islamic and Arab traditions.

In quran Allah SWT says:
وَعَلَّمَءَادَمَٱلۡأَسۡمَآءَكُلَّهَا
He taught Adam the names of all things (Quran 2:31)

Allah SWT declares in the Quran that he gives all the knowledge to Adam. Qualitative methodology was chosen for this study. Secondary data was collected and analyzed to answer all the questions. The findings of the study revealed that the initial roots of AI were developed and properly implemented in the early Islamic era. This study has significant implications for the Muslim community.