The Amish are certainly an interesting community from the outside looking in. An air of secrecy and their reclusive reputation has led to many questions surrounding their beliefs and religion. It’s hard to deny some of the obvious ways the Amish differ from other religious groups in North America, but there are some similarities that […]
Our values are the beliefs that influence and shape our behavior. Every cultural group has its own set of values that governs the group’s actions, to some degree or other. This is just as true for the Amish people. Like every other religious group, the Amish have devised rules and norms for their society based
The Amish are known for leading a very simple lifestyle, free from most of the trappings of modern society. As a deeply devout Christian denomination, many Amish traditions can be traced to their strong religious beliefs. But that is not the whole story. They have fascinating norms, traditions, and customs that have been handed down