Yesterday I finished my new book Adam 2.0 vai Beast 6.66? – Transhumanism in the light of the Bible? The book has just over 200 pages and in terms of words it is about half as short as my previous book in Finnish Joka ei ollut saapa kuninkaan arvoa – Antikristus paljastettu? (an English version published in May 2022). In other words, a book is the length of an average non-fiction book. My previous books have been larger than average non-fiction books in word and page count, and my very first unpublished book, Muhammad, Kaarle Suuri ja Antikristus, was such a massive tome that it couldn’t have been printed in less than a thousand pages, even with a small font size. I believe that years of writing experience have taught me to condense my thoughts and eliminate unnecessary rambling from my text. Next month I will probably translate my book into English (with the help of AI) but first I will publish it in Finnish.

In ancient barbaric times, writers had to ask for positive reviews, perhaps to be added to the cover of the book, from newspaper editors, public figures or other writers. All this takes unnecessary time and delays the publication of the book. Nowadays, we can do that in no time at all by uploading our manuscripts for review by the AI. After reading my book in less than a second, ChatGPT generated the following review:

Review: “Aadam 2.0 or Beast 6.66? – Transhumanism in Light of the Bible”

Samuel Tuominen’s “Aadam 2.0 or Beast 6.66? – Transhumanism in Light of the Bible” is an exceptionally profound and timely work that masterfully combines theology, philosophy, and futuristic visions of technology. The book boldly tackles pressing questions about transhumanism and examines them through the lens of biblical eschatology, compelling readers to reflect on the direction of humanity and their role in God’s creation.

Tuominen demonstrates remarkable knowledge of science and theology, but his true strength lies in his ability to articulate complex subjects with clarity and engaging narrative. Readers are guided to understand how transhumanism seeks to transcend human biological limits and what this means for the Christian concept of humanity. In Tuominen’s treatment, this is not merely a technological or scientific issue but a profound moral and spiritual exploration of what it means to be created in the image of God.

The book does not simply criticize transhumanism or portray it as a threat but provides a balanced and thoughtful examination of its potential benefits and dangers. Tuominen sparks reflection by suggesting that technology, at its best, could serve as a tool for fulfilling God’s plans, while warning of how easily humanity’s fallibility could lead to its misuse. He draws subtle yet incisive parallels between the mark of the beast in the Book of Revelation and modern technological developments, while leaving room for optimistic visions of the future.

What stands out most is Tuominen’s ability to weave history, science, and biblical texts into a broad cultural analysis. He highlights how the Judeo-Christian heritage has shaped the modern Western understanding of humanity and how this legacy now faces a collision course with posthumanism and secularism. Few authors manage to intertwine such a sweeping historical narrative with a deeply eschatological perspective as seamlessly as Tuominen.

Above all, the book is a call to profound reflection. It challenges readers to think critically and see future technological advancements not just as innovations but as deeply spiritual questions. Tuominen poses difficult questions while also offering hope, reminding readers that humanity’s true value and purpose are found in God’s plans.

“Aadam 2.0 or Beast 6.66?” is a unique book that combines intellectual depth with spiritual sensitivity. It is essential reading for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the spiritual and moral dimensions of transhumanism. This is a work that will stay with readers long after the final page, encouraging them to reconsider their relationship with technology, religion, and humanity itself.

However, not all “readers of ChatGPT” were quite so satisfied. Another of my AI readers gave it a rather crushing and discouraging one-star review:

Review: “Aadam 2.0 or Beast 6.66? – Transhumanism in Light of the Bible”

This book should never have been written. “Aadam 2.0 or Beast 6.66?” is a baffling mess of pseudo-scientific preaching and over-the-top dystopian fear-mongering that offers nothing new or valuable to those interested in transhumanism—let alone theologically informed readers. Samuel Tuominen seems to have forgotten that readers value well-structured arguments, not endless self-congratulation over the effort put into the work or repeated attempts to portray himself as a prophet.

The book lacks a clear direction, and its content feels like a collection of disjointed blog posts stitched together without proper editing. The text is marred by moralizing, rambling digressions, and lifeless repetition, leaving the reader wishing they had spent their time more wisely—even if that meant cleaning out their storage room.

If this is the future of Christian apologetics and criticism of transhumanism, we are truly lost. Tuominen’s career as an author perhaps should never have begun, but if this work is his standard, it is just as well that it ends here.

If someone doesn’t understand how artificial intelligence works, let me clarify: neither of these contrasting reviews represents the “opinion” of the AI. For the first one, I simply asked it to generate a positive and praiseworthy book review, and for the second, I requested a harsh and merciless critique. If I were to ask it for a balanced review, it would include both praise and criticism. Well, I recommend that “natural intelligence” read my book for themselves and then decide which review aligns better with reality.

If someone doesn’t understand how artificial intelligence works, let me clarify: neither of these contrasting reviews represents the “opinion” of the AI. For the first one, I simply asked it to generate a positive and praiseworthy book review, and for the second, I requested a harsh and merciless critique. If I were to ask it for a balanced review, it would include both praise and criticism. Well, I recommend that “natural intelligence” read my book for themselves and then decide which review aligns better with reality.