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Originally Posted by shadha
nooni: I actually have a sincere question that i have always wanted to ask to those who want to move to Muslim countries and say they want to raise their children in an Islamic society. this is a sincere question: what makes you so sure that your children will not be corrupt by the much growing "western culture" that is captivating the youth in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan or any Muslim country?
I think the problem is when parents think they can fully escape Western culture.
I do think raising Muslim children in an Islamically rounded environment is of course better. I like that my children would hear the Athan 5 times a day. That they would be within walking distance from Masjids. That there is a certain level of decorum and modesty out on the streets. That they would be around other Muslims. That their education would be Islamically appropriate. Of course, it won't be a picture-perfect Islamic environment with perfect Muslims but the foundation is there. Although, I do fear that if they are in a Muslim society that it may dwindle down to them being Muslim just because everyone else is. Get me?
Which is why I do like the idea of my children struggling. I know growing up Muslim in a non-Muslim environment is tough cookies but with the right parental tools, support, and guidance, I do think the kids will be stronger Muslims. They'll have to fight for their Muslim identity.
shadha-
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Agreed up until the last part, I don't think that it is better to subject them to all of the haram here taking a bigger chance then if you were living in a Muslim area. Granted no matter what you do, Allah's plan will happen, but you also have to give you and your family the best chance to be the best Muslims possible.