In Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale,' the story is set in a dystopian society where religious ideology dominates every aspect of life. The society, called Gilead, enforces strict control over women through religious doctrine, which is used to justify their subjugation. The novel opens with the protagonist, Offred, reflecting on her past life and her current oppressive environment. Throughout the story, the use of religious imagery, such as references to 'The Book', underscores the state's manipulation of faith to maintain power. The phrase 'Blessed be the fruit' symbolizes the regime's control over reproductive rights, while the phrase 'Under His Eye' reflects the constant surveillance of citizens. These phrases serve as reminders that religion is intertwined with authority in Gilead. Offred’s internal monologue and the rituals she participates in reveal the regime’s tactics of psychological control, using religion as a tool to enforce obedience. The novel explores how symbols, language, and rituals are manipulated by those in power to sustain their dominance and suppress dissent.