The Warm Welcome in Islam
I'm not a Muslim myself, but I wanted to share something I truly admire about the Muslim community. I have a deep curiosity about different cultures and faiths, so whenever I travel, I make it a point to visit the local mosque and have conversations with the people there. Not once have I been met with weird looks or turned away for not being a follower. Instead, I'm often greeted with a friendly 'Assalamu Alaikum' and asked where I'm from, or offered a cup of tea. It never feels like they're trying to preach to me-just pure, heartfelt hospitality. I've encountered this in so many places: Bulgaria, Northern Cyprus, North Macedonia, Turkey. It's a kind of warmth that's rare in today's busy world, and I find it really beautiful. Sorry if this isn't the usual kind of post here!