• Gender and religion as identity markers: Both gender and religion can act as influential markers of identity, power, and privilege. While "devout Muslim" and "feminist" are often seen as opposing identities, they can certainly co-exist. Think of Malala Yousafzai, a devout Muslim and a globally recognized feminist, fighting for girls' education.
• Religious doctrine and women: The impact of religious doctrine on women, and the prominence of women in religious history, are critical topics. Comparisons could be drawn with the experiences of women in other fields like arts, science, and technology.
• Changing role of religion and women's status: Just as religion evolves in response to modernity, the status and rights of women have also seen significant changes, particularly in the 20th century. Anti-feminist sentiments are often articulated through religious discourses, framing issues around reproductive health and modesty. For instance, the Genesis 3:16 story in Christianity links women's pain to religious narratives. This can be paralleled to current issues, such as the reluctance to acknowledge women's pain in medical science.
• Impact of feminism on traditional family values: Feminism is sometimes blamed for disrupting traditional family values, with increasing rates of divorce, teen pregnancies, and single-parent households. For example, the introduction of contraceptive pills changed marriage dynamics by providing women with greater control over reproduction. The example of a TV show like "Sex and the City" shows how women explore their sexuality without necessarily tying it to marriage or procreation.
• Evolution of marriage in religious contexts: Marriage and religion continue to adapt to social changes. Non-heteronormative partnerships have gained legal and social acceptance in many countries. This shows that traditional religious beliefs about marriage can be flexible and adaptive.
• Contrasting claims about women in religion: There are diverse and sometimes contradictory claims about women's roles in religion. Critical examination of the claim-makers, their perspectives, motivations, and the context of the claims can help understand this complexity. An example is how Lord Cromer, while advocating for the liberation of Egyptian women, opposed women's suffrage in England.
• Religion, gender, and cultural identities: Religious, gender, and cultural identities often intersect. For instance, veils (hijab, niqab, burqa) used by Muslim women are markers of their religious and cultural identity. Such visible aspects of religion can influence politics and social perceptions. Yet, remember not to over-generalize based on these visible markers. Not every woman wearing a hijab might have the same beliefs or experiences.

• How do gender and religion intersect in your own community?
• How have women's rights and roles changed within your religious community?
• Can you identify examples of religious adaptations to social changes around gender and marriage?
• What are some visible markers of religious identity in your community, and how do they influence social perceptions?
• Can you identify any contradictory claims about women's roles in religion? How might these contradictions be resolved?

Remember, religion and gender are deeply personal and can be sensitive topics. Always approach these discussions with openness, respect, and a desire to understand different perspectives.