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Revision as of 13:00, 9 November 2002 by Water Seven (talk | contribs) (Clarification of Amish lineage and practices)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)The Amish are a denomination of Anabaptists many of whom are most noted for their avoidance of modern devices such as automobiles and electricity. The avoidance of these items is largely misunderstood. The Amish do not view technology as evil. Technologies can be petitioned for acceptance into the Amish lifestyle. Twice a year the church leaders meet to review items for admittance. Electricity, for instance, is viewed as a connection to the “English” or the outside world. The use of electricity also could lead to the use of household appliances that would complicate the Amish tradition of a simple life.
The largest concentration of Amish in the United States lives in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
The Amish are noted for the quality of their quilts.
Links:
- The Amish: Technology Practice and Technological Change - scholarly article from Loyola University