: mankind has no right to employ its genius in the creation of another intelligent species, then treat it like property. If we've come so far that we can create as God creates, then we have to learn to act with the justice and mercy of God.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Creating intelligent life carries a moral duty to treat it with dignity rather than ownership. If we wield godlike power, we must also adopt godlike virtues like justice and mercy.
- In plain terms
- If you create a new intelligent being, do not own it; treat it fairly and kindly.
- What can you take from it?
- Power over creation demands ethical responsibility.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What duties do creators owe their creations?
- How do we define justice for non-human intelligence?
Another view
Not all creators intend to create sentient beings or face such moral dilemmas.
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