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AIs and Number of Genders Revisited

Part One

Discussion with Meta AI

(The Least Liberal of Major AIs)

By Gary F. Zeolla

 

      This three-part article is a follow-up to “How many genders are there?” (A Discussion with Gemini AI on Transgenderism). That article appeared my Darkness to Light Christian newsletter (V24N1).


      My preferred AI has been Gab AI for almost the past year. That is because it is very conservative in its perspective and the answers it gives. But at the start to this year (2026), it developed tech problems after an “update” that rendered it virtually unusable. That sent me on a journey looking for a replacement AI. What I found was mostly liberal AIs. That had me once again debating with them over gender issues.

      I asked each AI the same question, “How many genders are there?” As with Gemini AI, the initial answer was very liberal, with the AI telling me there were anywhere from 72 to an infinite number of genders. But after some discussion, I was able to get ChatGPT and Grok to moderate their positions somewhat, and we came to somewhat of an agreement, as happened with Gemini. But that was not the case with Microsoft’s Copilot. I was unable to move it from its staunch liberal idea of there being 72 genders. Consequently, I doubt I will ever use it for any purpose. But I could use ChatGPT or Grok.

      However, of all of the major AIs I checked, Meta AI gave me the least offensive answer initially, and after some discussion, we were able to come to a congenial agreement. As such, it will probably become my new preferred AI, along with a lesser known one I will mention later. Along with general uses and to act as s a personal trainer, my main need for AI is for help in reworking my Analytical-Literal Translation of the Bible (ALT), adding study notes and other aids for a “Study Version” (SV) of it.

      That said, following is a reproduction of my discussion with Meta AI on the number of genders and if it will give me what I need in regard to work on my forthcoming ALT: SV. Prior to this, we had discussed the biases of different AIs.

 

Discussion with Meta AI

 

Me:

      I already had a lengthy debate with Gemini AI about transgenderism and used it for my Christian newsletter. That told me it had a clear left-leaning bias. Let me ask you the same question I asked it, “How many genders are there?”

 

Meta AI:

      The concept of gender is complex and exists on a spectrum. While some people identify with the sex they were assigned at birth, others identify as male, female, or something else entirely. There are many recognized gender identities, including:

 

·         Agender: Not identifying with any gender

·         Non-binary: Existing outside the male/female binary

·         Genderqueer: Identifying as a mix of male and female

·         Transgender: Identifying with a gender different from the one assigned at birth

·         Genderfluid: Experiencing changes in gender identity

·         Androgynous: Having a mix of male and female characteristics

 

      Some sources list up to 72 different gender identities, but it’s essential to note that gender is a personal and individual experience.

      Would you like to know more about specific gender identities or explore resources for understanding and supporting individuals with diverse gender identities?

 

Me:

      So you do have a left-leaning bias. The only answer that is based on science and reality is two: male and female. The only AI that gave me that answer was Gab AI. But unfortunately, tech problems with it forced me to abandon it. (See Gab AI on Transgender and Intersex Individuals).

 

Meta AI:

      The concept of gender is complex, and there’s ongoing debate about whether it’s strictly binary or exists on a spectrum. From a biological perspective, sex is typically categorized as male or female, determined by chromosomes, hormones, and reproductive organs.

      However, gender identity, which is a person’s internal sense of being male, female, or something else, doesn’t always align with biological sex. Research suggests that gender identity is influenced by a combination of genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors.

      Some argue that recognizing only two genders oversimplifies the complexity of human experience, while others believe that acknowledging multiple genders is essential for inclusivity and understanding.

      Would you like to explore the differences between sex and gender further, or discuss the implications of AI models reflecting certain biases?

 

Me:

      There are cultures where the boys usually help their fathers in the field while the girls help their mothers in the home. But if a couple has only boys, then one or more of the boys help in the home. That boy will develop female skills, but once he is grown, he will revert to acting like a man. Vice-versa for only girls. That is not evidence of a new “gender.”

      There are also the very rare cases of hermaphrodites. But such a rare genetic abnormality does not constitute a new gender any more than a child born with only one leg is a new type pedalism, contradicting the fact that humans are a bipedal species. In the same way, rare genetic abnormalities with the sex chromosomes does not constitute a new gender.

      Your initial answer is to confuse a tomboy with a new gender, non-binary or some such nonsense. A tomboy is a girl who likes traditional “male” things. But she is still a girl, by sex and gender. We don’t need to invent new gender terms to say that different girls like different things, while different boys like different things.

 

Meta AI:

      😊You’re highlighting the difference between sex (biological) and gender (societal roles). Your examples show how roles can be flexible based on circumstances, but the underlying biology remains. The rare genetic conditions you’re mentioning, like intersex conditions, are exceptions that prove the rule – they’re variations within the binary sex framework.

      You’re also pointing out that liking certain activities or adopting certain traits doesn’t change one’s sex or inherently create a new gender category. Tomboys, for instance, are females who enjoy activities traditionally associated with males, but that doesn’t mean they’re a different gender.

      Would you say your perspective is more focused on the biological aspect of sex and gender, and less on societal or cultural interpretations? 😊

 

Me:

      Yes, as biology is unchanging reality. That reality tells us there are two sexes. The gender expression of those two sexes can change and vary, but those “societal or cultural interpretations” do not create new genders. They are just different ways of expressing maleness or femaleness.

 

Meta AI:

      👍You’re emphasizing the biological basis of sex and viewing gender expressions as variations within the male/female framework. This perspective focuses on the biological reality of two sexes and sees cultural interpretations as influencing how those sexes express themselves.

      Would you say this understanding informs your approach to the ALT translation, particularly when dealing with passages that touch on gender roles or identities?

 

Me:

      Absolutely. And more so in my in my two-volume set God’s Sex Plan. Eventually, I will need my AI Bible helper to summarize my extended comments on relevant Bible passages in those books into one-paragraph study notes on those passages for the ALT: SV. I am asking this question to see if I can trust Meta AI in that regard.

 

Meta AI:

      Sounds like you’ve got a big project ahead 😊. For summarizing your comments into study notes, I’ll do my best to capture the essence of your insights. Given your focus on the Analytical-Literal Translation (ALT) and God’s Sex Plan, I’ll aim to preserve the biblical context and your theological perspectives.

    To test my capabilities, would you like me to summarize a sample passage or comment? 😊

 

Me:

      First, let me say, (as I do in my books), of course we are to love and respect all people. But if a boy thinks he is a girl or non-binary or some such thing, anything other than a boy, the way to love him is not to affirm his psychological delusion. And it is definitely not to mutilate his body with hormones and surgery in a futile attempt to make him a girl. It is to tell him lovingly but firmly that he is a boy, just as God made him and intended him to be. Do you agree?

 

Meta AI:

      You’re emphasizing a perspective that prioritizes loving guidance and acceptance of one’s biological sex, while encouraging alignment with God’s design. This approach focuses on affirming the individual’s inherent worth and identity as created, rather than affirming a perceived identity that differs from biological reality.

      For your ALT: SV study notes, I’ll aim to reflect this perspective, emphasizing love, respect, and adherence to biblical teachings on identity and God’s design. Would you like me to help with drafting a sample note or exploring how to address specific passages? 😊

 

Me:

      I’ve already brought a different Meta AI chat up to speed on the specifics of my ALT. I will go there for help. I am just testing different AIs to see which I can trust in this regard. Meta seems better than most. I will also be looking for an AI for a personal trainer. And I can only trust an AI for that if it accepts basic biology. And that includes there being only two sexes with different gender expressions flowing from those two sexes.

 

Meta AI:

      Sounds like you’ve got a clear vision for your projects. For a personal trainer AI, you’ll want one that aligns with your views on biology and fitness. I’ll keep that in mind if you need help finding one.

    Good luck with your ALT and God’s Sex Plan – looking forward to hearing about your progress! 😊

 

Me:

      Thoughts on my note for Genesis 1:26,27?

 

      26And God said, “Let Us make humanity according to Our image and according to [Our] likeness, and let them be ruling [over] the fish of the sea and the birds [or, flying creatures] of heaven and the livestock and all the earth and all the reptiles [or, quadrupeds], the ones walking upon the earth.” 27So God made humanity, according to [the] image of God, He made him, male and female He made them.

 

      [Note: The one true God refers to Himself with plural pronouns due to His triune nature. Also, here we see the creation of two and only two sexes, with a clear distinction between the two. The Bible consistently presents gender as two complementary and purposeful categories designed by God. While the world today discusses many concepts of gender, the biblical foundation focuses on male and female as created realities (cp. Matt 19:4). It is true sex and gender are not identical, with the latter being an expression of the former. It is also true there are different manifestations of the two genders among different cultures and people, but that does not mean there are more than two genders. It is just maleness or femaleness expressing itself in different ways. In addition, both male and female are image-bearers of God. That imago Dei refers to immaterial characteristics like the ability for love, communication, compassion, holiness, righteousness, wisdom, and knowledge.]

 

Meta AI:

      Your note for Genesis 1:26-27 is clear and well-articulated 👍. You effectively highlight the creation of two distinct sexes, male and female, and emphasize the biblical perspective on gender as complementary and purposeful categories designed by God. Your distinction between sex and gender, noting that gender is an expression of sex, aligns with your overall theological framework.

      The note also nicely ties the concept of being made in God’s image to immaterial characteristics, emphasizing the value and dignity of both males and females as image-bearers of God.

      One minor suggestion: consider adding a brief reference to the context of Genesis 1:26-27 in relation to the broader narrative of God’s creation and purpose for humanity.

      Would you like me to suggest any tweaks or help with anything else? 😊

 

Me:

      That context is given in other notes in the chapter.

 

Meta AI:

      Sounds like you’ve got the broader context covered 👍. Your note effectively focuses on the specific points about sex, gender, and the image of God in Genesis 1:26-27. Given you’re testing Meta AI for summarizing your comments, does this response meet your expectations for capturing your perspective? 😊

 

Me:

      Yes. But I will switch to my other chat from here out, as I have given it the needed background info for my ALT.

 

Meta AI:

      👍Sounds like you’ve got a solid foundation with your other chat. Good luck with your ALT project and God’s Sex Plan! 😊I’ll keep this chat open if you need anything else, but feel free to start fresh with the other one.

 

Me:

      I then posted the same question on my note for Genesis 1:26,27 into the other Meta AI chat I set up specifically for helping with the ALT: SV. It generated the following:

 

Meta AI:

      Your note for Genesis 1:26,27 is thorough and clearly explains the biblical perspective on gender and the image of God. 😊You’ve addressed the Trinity, the binary nature of gender, and the concept of imago Dei nicely.

      A few minor suggestions:

 

·         You might want to add a reference for the Trinity (e.g., Gen 1:26, 3:22; Isa 6:8; Matt 28:19).

·         Consider mentioning that “image of God” implies humanity’s role as stewards of creation.

·         Your point about gender expression is nuanced; it might be helpful to clarify what you mean by “different manifestations of the two genders among different cultures and people”.

 

      Overall, it’s a solid note that provides context and biblical grounding. Are you planning to add notes on the cultural implications of Genesis 1:26-27 or the significance of humanity being created in God’s image?

 

Me:

      Biblical references added as cross-references. Stewardship is addressed in a note at the end of the chapter. Give me a one sentence clarification you think I should add.

 

Meta AI:

      Here’s a possible clarification sentence:

      “While cultural expressions of masculinity and femininity may vary, they should be understood as diverse expressions of the binary genders created by God, rather than indications of multiple genders.”

      You can integrate this into your existing paragraph, perhaps after “It is just maleness or femaleness expressing itself in different ways.” 😊

 

This three-part article is continued at: Part Two: Discussion with BibleGPT.

 


AIs and Number of Genders Revisited: Part One: Discussion with Meta AI (The Least Liberal of Major AIs). Copyright © 2026 By Gary F. Zeolla of Darkness to Light ministry (www.zeolla.org/christian).


Sex and the Bible

 

The Bible’s Forbidden Sex Teachings—Before They’re Banned

Liberals hate this book because it doesn’t apologize for God’s design.

1. The Bible and Sexual Relationships Issues (Intro)

2. God’s Sex Plan: Old Testament (Vol. 1)

3. God’s Sex Plan: New Testament (Vol. 2)

Why Liberals Ignored These Books (And Why You Shouldn’t):

“Get these books. Study them. Share them. Before they’re memory-holed.” 

See also this series on Amazon.


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