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They do not hold themselves to be different than anyone else, and, in fact, they aren't different. They simply live apart from the general population in order to protect their families from ungodly behavior, and they adhere very closely to the teachings of The Bible, unlike many who claim "the bible says it, I believe it, and that settles it."

The plain sects which most of us call Amish, are distinguishable not because they are better, more moral, than others, but because their unusual lifestyle serves as a reminder to themselvesthat they need to obey God.

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