The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Contemporary Da'wah Activities in the Digital Age

Authors

  • Suci Ramadhani Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Indonesia
  • Hasan Sazali Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Indonesia
  • Elfi Yanti Ritonga Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15575/anida.v26i1.55388

Keywords:

AI ethics; artificial intelligence; digital da’wah; digital era.

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in contemporary da’wah activities and to identify its opportunities, methodological transformations, and associated challenges. The research employs a qualitative approach using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method through the PRISMA procedure. The literature selection results indicate that 10 relevant scientific articles were reviewed in this study. The findings reveal that AI plays a significant role in enhancing the effectiveness of da’wah, particularly in expanding outreach, increasing interactivity, and enabling content personalization through technologies such as chatbots, digital applications, and social media platforms. Furthermore, AI drives a transformation in da’wah methods from conventional approaches to more adaptive and responsive digital practices. However, the study also identifies several challenges, including ethical issues, content validity, algorithmic bias, data security concerns, and the potential diminishing role of scholars (ulama) in guiding the community. Therefore, collaboration between preachers and technology developers, as well as strengthening digital literacy, is essential to ensure that AI utilization remains aligned with Islamic values.

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2026-06-02

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Ramadhani, S., Sazali, H., & Ritonga, E. Y. (2026). The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Contemporary Da’wah Activities in the Digital Age. Anida (Aktualisasi Nuansa Ilmu Dakwah), 26(1), 77–100. https://doi.org/10.15575/anida.v26i1.55388

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