Modern Technology and the Dehumanization of Man

Modern Technology and the Dehumanization of Man

Modern technology has transformed human life at an unprecedented pace, yet this progress raises urgent questions about meaning, dignity, and identity. Modern Technology and the Dehumanization of Man examines whether technological advancement has enhanced human worth—or gradually eroded it.

About the Book Modern Technology and the Dehumanization of Man offers a critical reflection on the moral and spiritual consequences of modern technological systems. Rather than rejecting technology outright, the book questions the worldview that elevates efficiency, automation, and control above human values and ethical responsibility.

Drawing upon Islamic philosophy, Qur’anic principles, and social critique, the book argues that technology becomes harmful when it reduces human beings to mere tools, data points, or economic units. It highlights how excessive reliance on machines and systems can weaken spiritual awareness, moral judgment, and authentic human relationships.

What You Will Discover

• The Islamic understanding of human dignity (karāmah: the God-given honor of humanity).
• How technology can contribute to taghyīr al-insān (the distortion of human nature).
• The difference between beneficial tools and dehumanizing systems.
• Qur’anic warnings against domination, arrogance, and moral imbalance.
• The impact of technological dependence on ethics, family, and community.
• The concept of mīzān (divinely ordained balance) and its relevance to modern life.
• Pathways to reclaiming human-centered values in a technological age.

About the Author The author approaches technology through a philosophical and ethical lens rooted in Islamic thought. By combining social analysis with spiritual insight, the work challenges readers to critically examine modern assumptions about progress and success.

Who Is This Book For? This book is for readers concerned with the ethical, spiritual, and social implications of modern technology, including students of Islamic studies, philosophy, sociology, and anyone seeking a more humane vision of technological progress.