Sweden is a lovely country. I went to Stockholm, and had a good time there. 

And civilization didn't end in the Middle East in the 7th century. In fact, Sweden was dominated by barbarian Viking tribes in the 7th century. As were the UK and other northern European countries. These countries became truly civilized only in the 14th century. 

And Arab countries like Iraq, Egypt and Syria were centers of civilization during those years. Let's not forget - Christianity is a Middle Eastern religion too. It is not a European religion.