The Amish are a unique people with many distinctive characteristics. They are not only a very old group, but they are also very close-knit and they are not only very religious, but they are very...
Category: Amish Life
Amish Populations When you think of Kentucky, one of the first things that may come to mind is Amish communities. Thankfully, the state has a wide variety of Amish communities to choose from. From...
Those of you who are unfamiliar with the Amish religion are not alone. There are many different beliefs and traditions that are associated with them, from how people dress to shunning. These beliefs...
Amish Schoolhouse The majority of Amish children do not attend public schools, but instead, each Amish community has its own school. Curriculum Unlike most public schools, Amish schools have...
Amish Schools and the Neutrality of the Court Decision Wisconsin v. YoderHistory of the AmishParochial Schools Several years ago, the Amish were forced to shut down their schools in Ohio. A...
Who Are the Nebraska Amish? Historically, the Nebraska Amish have been found in a few communities in Nebraska, as well as in one small settlement in Ohio. The most conservative subgroup of...