Allah’s wisdom in creating the universe as a source of inspiration in artificial intelligence

Mahmod Attar Bashi, Zainab Senan and Maspo, Nur-Adib and Hassan Abdalla Hashim, Aisha and Senan, Shayma (2024) Allah’s wisdom in creating the universe as a source of inspiration in artificial intelligence. In: Artificial Intelligence and Hikmah. Centre for Islamisation (CENTRIS), IIUM and Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology (KICT), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, pp. 1-28.

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Abstract

In the Quran, the intricate design and harmony of the natural world are presented as signs (ayat) of Allah's existence and attributes, encouraging deep reflection on His creation. This perspective aligns with the importance of Tafakur in Islam, which involves reflecting on the signs of Allah in the universe and understanding His wisdom. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform human capabilities, enabling machines to replicate cognitive functions and behaviours, the importance of balancing material pursuits with spiritual and ethical considerations becomes increasingly significant. AI has revolutionised industries by enhancing efficiency and personalisation, but has also contributed to materialistic influences and consumerism. Islam emphasises the need to balance these pursuits with spiritual and ethical values, highlighting the central role of the Soul (الروح) in human interactions, together with technological advancements. Tafakur is encouraged as a means of strengthening faith and achieving wisdom (حِكمة, hikmah), which involves applying knowledge in a just and purposeful manner. The article further explores how nature-inspired algorithms, such as Particle Swarm Optimisation, Ant Colony Optimisation, and the Bat Algorithm, draw from natural processes to solve complex modern problems, reflecting the Quranic encouragement to seek insights from the natural world. This tradition of learning from nature not only advances knowledge and technology but also aligns with the Islamic view of humanity's role as Khalifah on Earth, integrating spiritual and scientific exploration.

Item Type:	Book Chapter
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Artificial Intelligence, Meditation, Tafakur, AI Algorithms, Wisdom
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BJ Ethics R Medicine > RT Nursing > RT50.5 Computer applications. Nursing informatics T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering > TK7800 Electronics. Computer engineering. Computer hardware. Photoelectronic devices > TK7885 Computer engineering
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology Kulliyyah of Engineering
Depositing User:	Dr Zainab Senan Mahmod
Date Deposited:	05 Dec 2025 15:17
Last Modified:	31 Dec 2025 17:01
Queue Number:	2025-12-Q1258
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/124950

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