The Unexpected Rules and Customs of the Amish Community

Free Passes for Teens

Amish teens are "allowed" to get into some mischief and experiment with outside Amish life. That's why you may see some younger Amish with cell phones and social media accounts. They're usually just experimenting, which is allowed inside of the community. In a way, this can help an Amish teenager "get it out of their system" and stay committed to the community when they're older. 

No Shaving

The classic depiction of an Amish man is a long, scraggly beard. This is because most Amish men do have a long, scraggly beard! Having a long beard is common in the community and men rarely cut or shave their beards. You won't see an Amish man with a mustache, though, because that is strictly avoided!

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The More You Know

  • The television was invented only two years after the invention of sliced bread.
  • Saint Patrick's Day began as a "feast day". To honor him, Christians could put aside their Lenten restrictions on food and alcohol consumption, which is why excessive drinking has become linked to the celebration.
  • Tic Tac mints are named after the sound their container makes.
  • "E" is the most common letter and appears in 11 percent of all english words.
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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.