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Amish Fact or Fiction

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It is interesting to learn about the beliefs and cultural differences of people we may not be familiar with. Separating fact from fiction helps to cultivate understanding.

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    The Amish follow the rules of Ordnung.

    • Fact
    • Fiction
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    Amish men have beards and mustaches.

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    • Fiction
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    The newly married couple spend the night at the bride’s parents house.

    • Fact
    • No
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    Education stops at 8th grade, with the men expected to go into a solid profession and the women to become housewives.

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    • Fiction
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    They prefer to worship in simplicity and modesty.

    • Yes
    • No
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    During Rumschpringa, the Amish youths will experience everything the ‘English’ world has to offer.

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    • Fiction
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    Amish people are focused on doing good deeds for the community rather than believing worship will get them into the garden of Eden.

    • Yes
    • No
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    The only ornate buildings the Amish have are their Cathedrals for worship.

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    • Fiction
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    Marriage in the Amish community is arranged.

    • Yes
    • No
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    An Amish bride wears a simple blue lined dress and holds celery instead of flowers.

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    • Fiction
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    Baptism is a person’s own decision, between the ages of 14-18.

    • Yes
    • No

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7 Comments

  1. Amish are very interesting and I have the greatest respect for them. Missed a few but learned a lot.

    Looks like the last one is incorrect…

    Baptism in the Amish church is a lifelong commitment, usually made between ages 18-22