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The Amish: A Christian sect that embraces simplicity and tradition
TLDR The Amish, a Christian sect formed in 1693, live a simple and traditional lifestyle, rejecting violence and modern technology. They have unique practices such as Rumspringa, shunning, and a courting process, and adapt to new technologies that align with their values.
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The Amish arrived in the United States in 1727 and were formed as a Christian sect in 1693 by Jacob Amon, who wanted to split off from the Mennonites because he wanted to keep washing people's feet and celebrate communion twice a year.
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The Amish dress plainly, with men wearing dark suits and women wearing frock dresses and bonnets on their hair, and they reject violence and combat, even in self-defense.
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During Rumspringa, Amish teenagers are allowed to live among the English, engage in activities like drug use and partying, and decide whether they want to return to the Amish community or continue living with the English.
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Shunning is when an Amish person leaves the community after the age of 16 and is permanently cut off from their family and the Amish way of life, including holidays and celebrations.
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Amish quilts used to be sold for very cheap, but their price has increased significantly over the years, and now they can cost thousands of dollars.
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Amish couples go through a courting process, and after they decide to get married, the wedding ceremony takes place in the bride's home and lasts several hours.
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Amish couples have a wedding ceremony that lasts several hours, followed by feasting and spending the first night at the bride's parents' house, and they are not required to be virgins at marriage.
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The Amish use modern technology, such as refrigerated tanks and milking machines, on their dairy farms in order to meet the standards required for selling their milk in 21st century America.
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The Amish adapt and evolve by adopting new technologies that do not negatively impact their way of life, as evidenced by their ability to travel on airplanes despite not owning or operating mechanical vehicles.
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The Amish do not shun medicine and will seek medical treatment when necessary, and they have also adapted to using flashers and hazard triangles on their buggies to prevent accidents.
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