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Top 10 Ways Amish Travel

Seth Carter 27/02/2020

How do the Amish people travel without driving cars? While they avoid owning motor vehicles, Amish people still have plenty of ways to travel, many of which might surprise you. From horse-drawn buggies to scooters, trains, and even air travel in special circumstances, Amish transportation reflects a balance of faith, practicality, and tradition. Want to dig deeper? Check out Everything You Want to Know About Amish Transportation for a full breakdown of how the Amish… Top 10 Ways Amish Travel

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Everything You Want to Know About: Amish Church

Seth Carter 06/07/2015

What happens at an Amish church service? It’s one of the most unique worship experiences in the U.S., shaped by centuries of tradition. In this article, guest writer Erik Wesner explains how the Amish worship, what they believe, and how their church communities are organized. “The Amish are widely recognized as a devout people. God—and by extension the church—is the center of Amish life. Not just something they do on Sunday, the church is very much… Everything You Want to Know About: Amish Church

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Everything You Want to Know About Amish Beliefs

Seth Carter 04/06/2015

The Amish live quietly, but their beliefs speak volumes. They are centered on faith, family, and humility. Amish values shape every aspect of their daily lives, from the use of technology to gun ownership. In this article, we’ll take a look at key aspects of Amish beliefs, including their views on Jesus, nonresistance, worship practices, and the Ordnung—the rules guiding their communities. Once again, we’re proud to welcome Erik Wesner, founder of Amish America, back… Everything You Want to Know About Amish Beliefs

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Places You Didn’t Expect to See Amish People

Jayca Pike 11/03/2015

We’re happy to have Erik Wesner, founder and editor of Amish America, on our blog! From time to time, he offers us his insights into various aspects of the Amish culture and communities. Take it away, Erik  –  Let’s start with the basics: Where do Amish people live? Related Posts Top 10 Ways Amish Travel How do the Amish people travel without driving cars? While they avoid owning motor vehicles, Amish people still have plenty… Places You Didn’t Expect to See Amish People

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