{"id":238204,"date":"2026-02-26T13:12:57","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T09:12:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abcmedia.am\/?p=238204"},"modified":"2026-02-26T13:21:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T09:21:54","slug":"ai-breaks-into-religious-life-as-japan-tests-robot-monk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abcmedia.am\/en\/news\/238204\/","title":{"rendered":"AI breaks into religious life as Japan tests robot monk"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

An AI powered robot monk called Buddharoid debuts in a Japanese temple, Euronews<\/a> writes.<\/p>\n

The humanoid, known as Buddharoid, appeared before reporters wearing a simple grey robe and speaking in a calm voice about Buddhist teachings.<\/p>\n

Developed by Kyoto University, the robot can walk, gesture and respond to personal questions drawn from Buddhist scriptures.<\/p>\n

Researchers say such machines could help address Japan’s shortage of monks, while raising questions about the role of technology in spiritual practice.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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