The Role Of Natural Language Processing In AI-Based Interpretation Analysis: Opportunities And Limitations

Abstract

To identify the opportunities and limitations of NLP implementation in understanding and interpreting Qur'anic verses, especially in the aspect of semantic and syntactic analysis. This research uses the literature review method with a descriptive-analytical qualitative approach. Data were obtained from various academic sources, including Scopus-indexed scientific journals, international conference proceedings, and academic books that discuss NLP, AI, and Qur'anic interpretation. The data collection technique was conducted through a literature study by searching academic databases such as Scopus, IEEE Xplore, SpringerLink, and Google Scholar using related keywords. The collected data were analysed using the content analysis method to identify patterns, trends, and challenges in the application of NLP in the interpretation of the Qur'an. The results show that NLP has great potential in assisting the decoding, translation, and semantic and syntactic analysis of Qur'anic texts. Language models such as Arabert and datasets such as MASAQ have been used to improve interpretation accuracy. However, the research also found significant challenges, including data bias, limitations in capturing historical and cultural contexts, and ethical issues in AI interpretive authority. This study encourages the development of NLP models that are more sensitive to the linguistic and theological context of the Qur'an and the need for active involvement of exegetes in the AI development process to avoid interpretive bias. In addition, this study recommends improving the quality of the dataset by including annotations from various sources of interpretation to ensure diversity of perspectives in interpretation. The originality of this study lies in its in-depth exploration of the NLP approach in Qur'anic exegesis and critical analysis of the challenges and limitations faced in its application. Unlike previous studies that focussed more on technical applications, this research also examines the ethical and methodological implications in the translation and interpretation of sacred verses.