Pope Leo XIV publishes encyclical Magnifica humanitas

In brief

Pope Leo XIV published his first encyclical, Magnifica humanitas, calling for the protection of the human person in the age of artificial intelligence.

In the document, the pope states that the first contribution people can make toward a more humane civilization is to be careful with their words. The encyclical addresses the need for non-violent communication to disarm harmful language and foster a culture of empathy.