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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.
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Where do you buy perma-flo?
I purchased mine from a little Amish store . Try finding an Amish community and just ask them .The Amish people are the nicest people you will ever meet
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.
What are some Amish people free to do in America?
An Amish person is free to do what he or she wishes to do. The Amish community avoids modern technology, but they do so by choice, not due to a lack of freedom. And any member of the Amish community is also free to leave it and enter the mainstream of American culture, which some choose to do.
Are the grunge movement and the Amish community examples of a subculture?
Yes, the grunge movement and the Amish community can both be considered examples of subcultures. Subcultures are groups within a larger culture that share common values, norms, and behaviors that distinguish them from the mainstream culture. Both the grunge movement and the Amish community have unique characteristics and practices that set them apart from the dominant culture.
Is Homestead Heritage outside Waco Texas an Amish Community?
No, it is a Mennonite community, which bears some similarities with the Amish.
Where are the Amish in Georgia?
Montezuma, Georgia is home to a conservative Amish Mennonite community, but they are mostly Mennonite. There is a small Amish community just outside of Winder, Georgia as well.
What is the average life expectancy of the Amish community?
The average life expectancy of the Amish community is around 72 to 75 years.
What is the average life span of the Amish community?
The average life span of the Amish community is around 72 to 75 years.
Are there any Amish groups in Louisiana?
Yes there is an Amish community near Chalmette
Where in N.S.W Australia is the Amish community located?
Nabiac....NSW (Amish Mennonite)
What do the Amish do if their son is gay?
He's shunned. Plain and simple. They are made outcasts from the People, their friends and relatives cannot speak to them, touch them, or eat at the same table with them during meals. Their goal is to get the person shamed into repenting, or to make the guy feel so lonely he'll leave the community. The Amish are baptized as adults. Members of the community cannot be shunned unless they are baptized members of the church. Chances are that the child would choose not to stay Amish, would not be instructed for baptism, and he would leave the community WITHOUT being shunned. Now, his family might not be happy with the fact that they left the community but that is a completely different issue. The purpose of shunning is not to make someone leave the community, but to encourage them to come back. The Amish believe that by being isolated from the rest of the community, someone will see the error of their ways, repent, and come fully back to their place in the community.
How has the leader of the Amish gained authority?
There is no single leader of the Amish. Each Amish community is managed by its elders, and each community is independent of the others, although they communicate and help each other.
