Said Nursi, or better known by his real name, Badiuzzaman Said Nursi 1877–1960, “Light of the Age”, was a famous scientist, Islamic reformist thinker, and commentator from Turkey. The reason behind this name is the pure brilliance seen from its early years. In many of his works, Nursi emphasizes the need for collective knowledge based on prophetic values, an idea that is particularly relevant in today's digital age.
One of Nursi's most famous works is Risale-i Nur, a thematic interpretation of the Qur'an that discusses various aspects of faith, science, and philosophy. In it, there is the book al-Maktubat (Surahs), which contains 33 articles addressed to his students and the Muslim community. In the 10th Maktub, Nursi explains about Imam Mubin, based on Surah Yā Sīn verse 12, which states that everything in the universe is recorded in detail.
According to Nursi, Imam Mubin is not just a passive note, but is active divine knowledge, as if it were a blueprint for all events that occur. He describes Imam Mubin as a metaphysical archive that records all past, present, and future events— with great precision, similar to the integrated information systems we know today. It reminds us of the importance of collective responsibility for the information we produce and use.
In the midst of the development of Big Data and artificial intelligence (AI), the role of prophetic librarians is becoming increasingly important. They are not just bookkeepers, but also moral interpreters who help us understand the ever-flowing flow of data. Librarians must be able to index, conceptualize, and interpret data in ways that benefit society. Their responsibility is to ensure that the knowledge accessed is accurate and relevant.

AI, with its ability to analyze data and make predictions, actually imitates the order that exists in the universe. This is where prophetic librarians are instrumental in guiding the use of AI to align with ethical values. They help users to understand information critically and consider moral and social contexts. For example, librarians can engage in ethical AI projects that ensure algorithms are not discriminatory.
"Imam Mubin is a system that records everything," said Nursi in Risale-i Nur. With this understanding, prophetic librarians have a responsibility to ensure the information we access is not only correct, but also useful and ethical. They serve as guardians of "wisdom" in the sea of information, helping people to gain better knowledge.
In this increasingly complex world, prophetic librarianship is at the forefront of maintaining data ethics and collective knowledge. Librarians are agents of change who ensure technology is used for the common good. By combining traditional knowledge and digital skills, they help us navigate the AI era wisely and responsibly. 

Author:  Dr. Ade Abdul Hak, M. Hum & Hilya Maylaffayza, S.Ip