The research area of women in religion focuses on the roles, experiences, and representations of women within various religious traditions and practices. Scholars in this field analyze the ways in which women participate in and shape religious communities, the ways in which religious teachings and beliefs impact women's lives, and the ways in which gender dynamics intersect with religion. This research area also explores issues such as women's leadership within religious institutions, religious interpretations of gender, and feminist perspectives on religious texts and traditions. Overall, the study of women in religion seeks to shed light on the diverse and complex ways in which gender influences and is influenced by religious beliefs and practices.