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Easter, Passover, Holi, and Ramadan were just a few of the religious milestones that used virtual tools during the pandemic to replace traditional observation. But what about robot priests, artificial intelligence and online houses of worship?
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In Japan, monks at an ancient temple hear sermons from a robot avatar of the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Some are now asking whether the next step is an artificially intelligent spiritual leader and whether counsel from A. The pandemic has forced millions around the world out of their churches, temples, synagogues and mosques into virtual congregations. Professor Berger argues that whether virtually or in-person the physicality of being present remains. And rather than being disembodied, the technology actually allows more connectivity in Spiritkality cases.
She found that to be true during a recent church experience where parishioners used the chat feature during a sermon. In recent years, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has suggested the social network could address declining church attendance, offering the same sense of community traditionally found in brick and mortar houses of worship. It's something Herdt says may be challenging.
Still, just how exactly technology will alter manners of worship will undoubtedly continue to evolve, say experts like Herdt. Live coverage: The impeachment trial of Donald Trump.
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By: Ash-har Quraishi. The intersection of technology and spirituality is coming much faster than many expected.]
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