How were women treated in Puritan community?

In Puritan communities, women were often viewed through a lens of strict religious and societal expectations. Their primary roles were as wives and mothers, responsible for maintaining the household and nurturing children, which was seen as a reflection of their moral and spiritual duty. While some women could own property and engage in limited forms of business, they were generally subordinate to men, with limited rights and participation in religious and political life. Overall, their treatment was shaped by a patriarchal structure that emphasized obedience and piety.