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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
Why do the Amish not read these questions?
Most Amish don't use technology. They see it as a distraction, and they have other religious views about it. Each Amish community has a sort of "rulebook" called an Ordnung that is different for each community- for example, one community might be allowed to have a telephone for the entire community, and for another it wouldn't be so. Also, a lot (NOT ALL) Amish people don't feel comfortable with associating themselves with non-Amish peoples and/or don't feel a need to explain themselves. Some people were Amish when they were younger, though, and have "converted" to a non-Amish lifestyle, so don't be surprised to see answers from once-Amish people.
Why are Amish people called Amish?
Amish are called Amish because the founder of it was Jacob Ammann
Are there lots of Amish people in Shipshewana?
Yes, there are there of many Amish people.
Are there Amish people in NJ?
No. There are no Amish communities in NJ.
Where can I buy Amish furniture?
If you are near to Ohio, North America, you can buy Amish furniture direct from the Amish people at an Amish market or furniture maker. If you aren't able to buy direct, there are a number of businesses that sell Amish furniture and other goods online.
Do you have to be white to be Amish and why?
Not all Amish people have to be white. This is because some other people can be adopted or converted into the Amish way of life.
Can you a married couple in turn to as Amish people truly want this our name is Michael?
As a married couple if you meet and Amish person and want to become Amish you can. There is nothing in the Amish lifestyles that prevents people to converting to the Amish lifestyle.
Why do the Amish shun people?
The Amish believe that shunning is biblical and base the practice on various scriptures. Shunning is done when an Amish member disobeys church laws and doesn't change their ways.
Who is the amish god?
Amish people believe in Jesus Christ so the Amish god is Jesus, too.
Which regions of the world have a significant population of Amish people?
In the US, the state of Ohio has the largest Amish community with around 55,000, followed by Pennsylvania (centered mostly in Lancaster county) with about 51,000. In third place is Indiana, which has roughly 38,000 Amish people. The Canadian province of Ontario has a sizable Amish population as well.
Why do some people not like the Amish?
Because they do not understand why the Amish do what they do or they a bigoted.
