From Babel to AI: Idolatry, Transhumanism, and the Crisis of Imago Dei
Ebook
Overview
From Babel to AI: Idolatry, Transhumanism, and the Crisis of Imago Dei confronts the profound questions of human identity and purpose in an age dominated by technological innovation. Drawing from biblical narratives like the Tower of Babel, this thought-provoking work explores how artificial intelligence, transhumanism, and other modern advancements echo ancient struggles with idolatry and hubris.
At its core, this book calls readers to rediscover the doctrine of the imago Dei--the belief that humanity is created in the image of God--as the foundation for addressing the ethical and theological challenges of our time. Through compelling analysis and case studies, it unpacks the dangers of dehumanizing technologies and offers a robust theological framework for engaging them while safeguarding human dignity and relationality.
Whether readers are a scholar, church leader, or thoughtful believer wrestling with the implications of AI and transhumanism, From Babel to AI will inspire all to think deeply, act faithfully, and reclaim humanity’s divine purpose in a rapidly changing world.
From Babel to AI is a thoughtful, insightful, and timely synthesis of Christian theology relevant to the threats and temptations of AI. Its imaginative case studies should be especially useful for self-study and teaching.
——Carl Mitcham, Professor Emeritus of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, Colorado School of Mines
In a world of wild promises and growing concerns about AI, Dawn Sutherland’s From Babel to AI leaps to the top among the best analyses available. As a work of sociology, philosophy, and history of technology it is impressive and learned. Her theology ranges through the best sources, classic and contemporary. Her biblical studies of creation, fall, idolatry, communication, life, death, and—above all—the image of God, are fresh, insightful, and convincing. Her case studies and discussion questions are stimulating and practical. Of course, there is more to be said on this important topic but there can be no better foundation than what Sutherland provides. A great read for academics as well as lay folk in the trenches.
——David W. Gill, Founding President, International Jacques Ellul Society
- Title: From Babel to AI: Idolatry, Transhumanism, and the Crisis of Imago Dei
- Author: Dawn Lewis Sutherland
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Print Publication Date: 2025
- Logos Release Date: 2025
- Pages: 262
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9798385241828, 9798385241804, 9798385241811
- Resource ID: LLS:9798385241828
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2025-04-16T20:34:51Z
Dawn Lewis Sutherland is a scholar, speaker, and educator specializing in Old Testament studies, theological anthropology, and philosophy. She serves as Adjunct Faculty at Liberty University’s Rawlings School of Divinity. An award-winning author, her work bridges the study of ancient texts with contemporary ethical and theological concerns, offering thoughtful insights that connect the Bible’s timeless truths to modern challenges with clarity and depth.