Don't Idealize Moving to a Muslim Country

Assalamualaikum - just my personal take, not a universal truth. I’m not saying every Muslim fits this, but I’ve noticed a trend worth mentioning. A lot of us in the West put moving to a Muslim-majority country on a pedestal, assuming it will automatically boost our iman or make us practice the deen more. From my experience, that’s not necessarily true. Often I see Muslims living in the West holding tighter to their religion because they’re a minority and make an effort to learn and practice. Meanwhile, some people raised in Muslim-majority places grow up following cultural habits more than actual religious knowledge. I’ve met children in the Middle East who know little about Islam, and I’ve also seen kids here who can recite Quran with proper tajweed, mashallah. I might be a bit biased, but North American Muslim communities often have strong programs for both kids and adults at local masajid and Islamic centres, which you might not always find elsewhere. If you’re thinking of relocating to a Muslim country for your family, be realistic. Do research. Look for good Islamic education and community support. Moving doesn’t guarantee stronger iman - sometimes living in the West helps people grow closer to Allah. In the end, children become strong Muslims based largely on what they learn and see at home, not only what the school or masjid offers. No one answer fits everyone. Allah knows best.