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A temple can create beautiful sacred images with AI at almost no cost. Should it use them in worship spaces?
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Why this dilemma matters
Tech dilemmas push convenience and capability against privacy, agency and risk. Choosing “Yes. Beauty and access matter more than how the image was made” prioritises speed and reach; choosing “No. Sacred art should carry human devotion, not automated imitation” gives more weight to oversight and consent.
Worth asking yourself
- Does ease here come at someone else’s expense?
- What would you give up to keep this capability?
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