The Unexpected Rules and Customs of the Amish Community

Political Beliefs in the Community

For the Amish, the word of God is above all governmental rule. At the same time, they commonly support the separation of church and state. Their religious beliefs will not affect laws, and in turn, the laws cannot affect their religious beliefs. 

Amish Education System

Like the olden days, Amish children learn in one-room schoolhouses. These children are usually in these types of schools until the eighth grade. After that, the child will go to vocational training where they learn life skills such as farming and carpentry.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.