The Role of Women's Prayers in Abrahamic Religions

Authors

    Narges golparvarirad * Bachelor student, Department of Religions and Mysticism, Payam Noor University, Alborz, Iran. n.golparvarirad@gmail.com
    Nasrin Tavakoli Assistant Professor, Department of Religions and Mysticism, Payam Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
    Vali Allah Saki Assistant Professor, Department of Religions and Mysticism, Payam Noor University, Tehran, Iran.

Keywords:

Abrahamic religions, prayer, women, Christianity, Judaism, Fatima Zahra, Islam

Abstract

This study aims to conduct a comparative and descriptive analysis of women's prayers in the three Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam). By focusing on sacred texts and historical narratives, this research seeks to answer the question of how and to what extent the role of women in prayer and their relationship with God has differed among these religions. The findings indicate that although these religions share common roots, significant differences exist in practices, concepts, and the position of women in prayer. Cultural and historical factors, as well as diverse interpretations of sacred texts, have influenced the formation of these differences. This research provides a deeper understanding of the position of women in Abrahamic religions and their forms of prayer, contributing to the recognition of the historical evolution of this position.

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Published

2025-02-14

Submitted

2024-10-23

Revised

2024-12-04

Accepted

2024-12-26

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golparvarirad, N., Tavakoli, N. ., & Saki, V. A. (2025). The Role of Women’s Prayers in Abrahamic Religions. Islamic Knowledge and Insight, 2(4), 23-40. https://journaliki.com/index.php/journaliki/article/view/60

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