Is a person to be blamed for bringing his family to live in a country where evil deeds are widespread and the scholars of Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama’ah are few, and is there a solution to this predicament?
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If a Muslim is unable to practice the rituals of his religion or fears for himself and his family from fitnah in lands of immorality or innovation, then (emigration) becomes obligatory upon him. However, if he is able to practice the rituals of his religion and feels safe for himself and his family, then hijrah is commendable but not obligatory. In the case where hijrah is obligatory, one who is able but does not emigrate is blameworthy. As for one who is unable, he should strive to safeguard his religion until Allah facilitates for him relief and a way out.
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