ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE CREATION OF FAKE HADITH TEXTS: CHALLENGES FOR ISLAMIC SCHOLARSHIP

Abstract

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, particularly large language models and natural language generation systems, presents unprecedented challenges to Islamic scholarship in authenticating and preserving hadith literature. This paper examines the intersection of AI capabilities and hadith authentication, exploring how these technologies can both threaten and potentially strengthen traditional Islamic scholarly methods. The study analyzes the historical problem of fabricated hadiths, the technical capabilities of AI in generating convincing religious texts, and the multifaceted challenges facing contemporary Islamic scholars in maintaining the integrity of prophetic traditions. By synthesizing classical hadith sciences with modern technological understanding, this research proposes a framework for addressing AI-generated religious content while preserving the authenticity of Islamic knowledge transmission. The findings suggest that while AI poses significant risks to hadith authentication, it also offers opportunities for developing more sophisticated verification methodologies when combined with traditional Islamic scholarship.