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Amish
Amish refers to an assembly of Christian church fellowships known for their plain dress, simple living, reluctance to adopt the conveniences of modern technology, and refusal to perform any kind of military service.
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Why Don't the Amish believe in modern technology?
Somehow they bileve in the days of Luara Ingalls Wilder. They dare not to use electricity ever, only when they have to. I've seen them ride horses on the side of the rode, dressed up going to a church. watch the sieries of Luara Ingalls Wilder and you'll see -Pepsi100
Is there an Amish sour dough starter recipe to start the starter?
2 cups Tepid chlorine free water; divided [can use 3 cups if you want] 1 package Active dry yeast 1 teaspoonSugar 2 cups Flour [or 3 cups; must equal amount of water] [choice of all purpose flour, bread flour, or whole wheat flour]. FEED every 3rd to 7th day: 1 cup Tepid chlorine free water 1 cup Flour 1 teaspoon Sugar
Proof yeast in 1/4 cup (110 degrees F) chlorine free water & 1 tsp of sugar. If it doesn't foam in 5 minutes, start over. Mix remaining water & flour [Can mix by hand or with mixer or with blender.] [ stir vigorously to work air into the mixture] Mix together in a GLASS or PLASTIC BOWL the above ingredients. Do not use metal utensils. Cover with wax paper then a towel. [can explode with tight lid.] Let rest in a warm, draft-free place (an oven with its pilot light or light bulb turned on works well) for 8 to12 hours [Emeril] or up to 48 hours [many authors]. After that may be refrigerated. Bring to room temperature for 4 hours before using. To Use & Feeding the Starter Measure out as much as recipe requires and then add equal parts of flour and water to remaining starter. Use blender to mix flour and water to smooth consistency before adding it to starter. Let stand, covered, for 5 to 48 hours, until it bubbles, then cover tightly and refrigerate. Always add flour, sugar, and water after using some of the starter. If you are not using the starter, remove 1 cup & feed with 1 cup of water & 1 cup of flour every 3rd to 7th day. Do not use starter for 12-24 hours after feeding. Starter can be frozen. If you don't plan to use the discarded starter, throw it away. If you will be away on vacation you may freeze your starter, thaw it in the refrigerator upon your return. As soon as it is thawed, remove at least one cup and feed as above.
Where do Amish get meat do they raise and slaughter livestock or get meat from stores?
Amish raise and slaughter livestock to get meat. They also shop at stores for items that they want. They may buy their meat from stores as well as by raising their own.
What are the Amish 7 sweets and 7 sours?
It refers to the typical Pennsylvania Dutch table setting during a meal which includes side dishes or "relishes" 7 of which are sweet and the other 7 which are sour. Such items have included things like (Red Beet Eggs) which is a standard "sour" to things like cinnamon bread, or bread and butter pickles which would be a sweet, in addition to the regular side dishes and main course offered by a Pennsylvania Dutch Family style meal. Really the only way to practice this would be to go to an Amish or Mennonite family style restaurant. Or cook it for yourself, which at times can be difficult depending on where your from, some of the things on a typical Lancaster County meal are only made in places where the Amish and Mennonites have a strong presence (Pa, Ohio, Indiana etc). while others you can pick up at your local grocery store. Best of Luck and Enjoy.
Can Amish people serve on juries?
Given the fundamental principle of freedom of religion, it follows that the Amish have the same legal rights and responsibilities as any other citizen, therefore they can serve on juries. But in practical terms, it would be very unusual for them to do so. They don't live in high crime areas, and they have their own ways to deal with social transgression in their community.
Do Amish children need to be in a car seat when riding in a vehicle?
If they are TRULY practicing the Amish religion, they do not need to have child seats installed in horse-drawn carriages.
Why doesn't the Amish school system go up to the 12th Grade?
Legally they don't have to. After the eighth grade they can stop which is what most of them do.
Are there still any Amish in Germany?
Technically, no. All of the old order amish moved to North America, however, there are some beachy amish settlements still in Europe. Although beachy amish are very different from old order amish.
Where in Lebanon Pennsylvania can you buy a hedgehog?
Jim's Wildlife Removal can probably pick one up for you.
They are listed in the Yellow Pages.
What is the Pennsylvania German word 'Sultz' in English?
"Souse" is an English equivalent of the Pennsylvania Dutch word "Sultz."
Specifically, the English and the Pennsylvania Dutch words refer to "jellied pig's feet." The souse may be soured with the addition of vinegar or sweetened with the addition of cinnamon and cloves. But the basic recipe calls for pig's feet and tongue to be boiled and seasoned with pepper and salt.
The Amish originated from Switzerland in the 1600's. Swiss Amish - Switzerland Amish.
What happens when you left out the salt in Amish Friendship bread?
Adding salt to bread dough controls the action of the yeast and improves the flavor. Bread made without salt will have a coarser texture and a blander flavor than bread made with salt.
Where can you purchase Amish furniture in the Los Angeles CA area?
There are quite a few places in L.A. that sell Amish-made furniture; however, the place with the best selection of it (& other non-Amish furniture) online (& otherwise) appears to be a place called "Barn Furniture" which offers free shipping in the area, as well.
What is the Pennsylvania German word for goodbye?
We really don't have a specific word or term for "good-bye" in PA German. Instead we have different idioms such as:
- Macht's gut-Make's good
- Sayn dich schpaydah- see you later
- Or you would just use the appropriate greeting/parting for the time of day
- Gute Mariye-Good Morning or Hoosht en gute mariye
- Gute nochmidawk- good afternoon
- guten ohvet- good evening/night
What is the Pennsylvania Dutch word 'schteeper' in English?
"Coffee cake" is an English equivalent of the Pennsylvania Dutch word "schteeper."
Specifically, the term calls to mind coffee cakes that are made with the dry ingredients flour, sugar and salt. Moist ingredients include butter, cream, lard and warm water. Yeast helps the dough to rise to its attractive height. Cinnamon is sprinkled on top.
What is the Pennsylvania German word 'Fasnacht' in English?
"Doughnut" is an English equivalent of the Pennsylvania Dutch word "Fasnacht."
Specifically, the term refers to a special kind of doughnut. The treat is served the day before the beginning of the forty (40) days of the Christian Lent. That day generally is called Shrove Tuesday throughout Christendom. But among the Pennsylvania Dutch, the day is called "Fasnacht Day" in honor of the treats.
The Amish believe that if the criminal wouldn't have shot there children, then they would have died some other way, personally I think that is a strange way of thinking, but they believe that God called them and it was there time to go. So the criminal, in a way, was performing God's will, in there eyes.
What is Perma Flo as used in Amish cooking?
It is used as a thickening agent like when making filling for fresh fruit pies etc. You only need a little works very similar to cornstarch.
How do you say 'black Amish' in Pennsylvania German?
schwarz amish is the translation in German. It is translated from English to German. German is mostly spoken in the European countries.
