The academic study of religion on the internet has become an interdisciplinary endeavor, including scholars from the fields of religious studies, cultural studies, sociology, psychology, media studies and others. In the last ten years, there has been an increase in the number of researchers focusing attention on how the internet is being utilized for spiritual and religious practice. This focus and interdisciplinary approach is reflected in a growing scholarly discussion. Since 2000, three prominent collections have been published, indicating an increase in the potential implications and significance of religion on the internet.