Re: Non-religious parents
Great topic!
I think it is the responsibility of parents to show their children the religious tradition. It should be left to child to formulate his/her own thoughts by ages 18-25. Even if the parents chose a different path, does not absolve them of the responsibilities.
My parents, although coming from a very archaic tribal system, are quite 'liberal,' dare I say not too religious. I love and respect them but I decided on a different path. My grandparents on both sides (May Allah bless their souls) were much more religious and I learned the Quran and about Islam from my grandmother. My parents did not prevent me from taking an interest in religion and being more conservative than they are.
So returning to the topic at hand, parents should be the biggest influences in a child's life, but they must also step back when it comes to religion.