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Yes, but they can't use them in the field and they have to have iron wheels or iron wheels with rubber pads. Purpose for iron wheels is so they can't use it as a mode of transportation for long distances. Making it difficult to travel far keeps the community together. Tractors are used as a power unit in the barn area.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 12y agoMaintaining Amish standards, but accepting some modernization to meet needs of living, requires compromise that must not disrupt the social structure. By rejecting certain types of modernity and accepting others, some Amish appear to the outside world to be contradicting themselves - hypocrites. However, from the viewpoint of Amish culture, there is no contradiction. One of the more pronounced inconsistencies is the use of an automobile...although he may not own a car, a member may accept rides and willingly hires an automobile with a driver to transport him from place to place. There was little hesitation when the Amish decided no to car ownership. It would separate the community in various ways. If only wealthy members could afford it, the car would bring inequality. Proud individuals would use it to show off their status, power and wealth. Cars would speed things up dramatically, disrupting the slow pace of Amish living. So, they will use them but not own them, for then things will surely get out of control.Type your answer here...
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What makes something Amish?
It is Amish...if it is homemade. But you have to be Amish, or else..you are not Amish. But, homemade. amish.. no its amish if it fails at life ....see 123SHUP.webs.com
What is the way of life as an Amish?
there are many different types of Amish the ones im most familiar with is the ones called the new order . the ones i know best allow electricity and farm with tractors and other modern equipment , but still use horses or bikes for short range transportation and hire drivers for longer trips
Types of tractors?
There are two main types of tractors that are used. These tractors are large farming tractors and small personal tractors.
Who are the Swiss Amish?
The Amish originated from Switzerland in the 1600's. Swiss Amish - Switzerland Amish.
Why are Amish people called Amish?
Amish are called Amish because the founder of it was Jacob Ammann
What is Amish butter?
Amish Butter is butter mixed in with things that the Amish crops then mixed and hardened into Amish Butter!
Why do the Amish people live isolated from the larger community?
The Amish are averse to any technology which they feel weakens the family structure. The conveniences that the rest of us take for granted such as electricity, television, automobiles, telephones and tractors are considered to be a temptation that could cause vanity, create inequality, or lead the Amish away from their close-knit community and, as such, are not encouraged or accepted in most orders.
Can a non-Amish person go to a Amish church?
Yes, non-Amish can go to Amish church. They will probably ignore you though.
What is the meaning of old order Amish and new order Amish mean?
Old order Amish are stricter than new order Amish. There are now even new new order Amish which are not as strict as new order Amish.
What has the author Doyle Yoder written?
Doyle Yoder has written: 'Amish country 1993' 'America's Amish country' -- subject(s): Amish, Pictorial works, Social life and customs 'Amish country 1994' 'Amish Country 2007' 'Amish country 1992' 'Amish country 1995'
What is a group of tractors called?
A trollip of tractors
When was Amish created?
Amish was created in 1693.
