Transhumanism

Transhumanism is inspired by the idea of using technology to improve the human condition, especially human health and disabilities, and to expand human capacities. This movement aims to treat diseases and overcome the congenital or acquired physical or mental limitations of the human body. However, this philosophical and technological trend has various dangers and ethical problems. Perhaps one of the most striking dangers of transhumanism is that it has the potential to threaten the nature of human nature and the existential values of us, the children of Adam and Eve. Human nature has many technological possibilities that can transform our basic understanding of what we are and what we can become.

The continuous development of science and technology has the capacity to solve many problems we face. However, these advances may also bring new risks and problems. Innovations, especially in fields such as biotechnology and genetic engineering, can turn into situations that can endanger our existential values. Genetic engineering and transhumanist technologies can lead to unexpected results if applied without thought and without a full understanding of the consequences. While humanity lives as an element of the natural world, transhumanist approaches can distance us from existential values. As we move towards the technological singularity, the blurring of boundaries between humans and machines may radically change the social structure and relationships between individuals. This is not only a technological issue, but also a social and ethical one. The main risk of transhumanism is that it threatens people’s core values.

Additionally, access to transhumanist technologies may initially be exclusive to the rich and powerful, leading to increasing inequality in society and the concept of ‘biological elitism’. Who will master transhumanist technologies is an important ethical issue; When used incorrectly, it has the potential to harm individuals’ freedom and society. Although transhumanism advocates the idea of expanding and preserving consciousness, this may conflict with philosophical and religious beliefs about personality, soul, and self. Therefore, even considering the potential benefits of transhumanism, it is essential to address these ethical and social issues. In order to ensure that technological advances serve the general interest of society, it is essential to address these issues from their ethical, social and political dimensions.

Increasing awareness of the potential dangers of transhumanism necessitates a series of strategic steps to protect ethical and social values.

Science and Technology: We must be selective in providing science and technology to the service of humanity. It is essential that every technological advance be evaluated by taking into account its ethical, social and cultural impacts.

Technological developments should be directed to improve the nature and capacity of humans without threatening their core values.

By raising public awareness about the possible effects of transhumanism, we must facilitate the control and management of these effects.

The effort to protect against the dangers of transhumanism and to preserve the creation values of humanity requires a broad and multidisciplinary approach. This involves an integrative consideration of science and technology, ethical assessment, public awareness and education systems.

Thought leaders, scientists, and politicians should create a strategic plan to address the effects and dangers of transhumanism.

A worldwide awareness and education campaign about the ethical and social implications of transhumanism should be implemented.

Young people should be educated about the ethical and responsible use of technology.

Scientific research on the potential effects of transhumanism should be encouraged and supported.

Transhumanism is a serious issue that threatens the creation values of humanity, which is considered the children of Adam and Eve. However, we have the potential to protect against these threats by integrating science and technology, ethical assessment, social awareness and education approaches. While this holistic approach carries the responsibility of preserving the values of our creation, it also has the potential to make the most of the opportunities offered by technological progress.