Pope Leo XIV released the encyclical Magnifica Humanitas in May 2026 to address the societal impact of AI.
The document challenges the view that work is purely about productivity, emphasizing its role in human development.
It warns that an over-reliance on AI-driven efficiency might lead to the loss of individual judgment and creativity.
The encyclical uses the metaphors of Babel and Jerusalem to contrast efficiency-based systems with human-centric collaboration.