AI-Powered 'Jesus' Chatbot Sparks Controversy Over Paid Spiritual Guidance
Summary
A tech company has launched an AI-powered 'Jesus' chatbot charging users for spiritual guidance, sparking widespread criticism and debate over commercializing faith.
Key Points
- A tech company named 'Just Like Me' launched an AI-powered 'Jesus' chatbot modeled after actor Jonathan Roumie's portrayal in 'The Chosen'.
- The chatbot uses the King James Bible and sermons for training and is intended as a supportive mentor, not a replacement for faith or scripture.
- Users are required to pay $1.99 per minute or $49.99 for 45 minutes to interact with the digital Jesus, leading to significant controversy on social media.
- Critics argue that charging for spiritual communication is unethical, calling it a scheme exploiting religious believers.
