(Exodous 20:14). Second, in a communal society that values humility, posing for photos is a sign of pride that calls attention to oneself and rubs against Amish beliefs about the importance of ...
Mennonite culture is a wide spectrum. More conservative Mennonites mirror similar beliefs and practices to Amish people, while modern Mennonites have embraced the changing times closer to a non ...
which prohibits the making of "graven images," the Amish believe any physical representation of themselves (whether a photograph, a painting, or film) promotes individualism and vanity ...
Dating apps are commonplace in the United States, but the Amish stay offline. Two DW reporters traveled to Pennsylvania to ...
The large Amish community in Lancaster County and across the state has long been seen as an untapped voting bloc for ...
According to their religious faith, Swartzentruber Amish believe they should avoid showy behavior and reject a reliance on worldly things. The state law requires them to choose between following ...
The Swartzentruber Amish teamed up with Harvard Law to challenge Ohio's new traffic law that requires flashing lights on horse-drawn buggies.
The Amish vote received significant attention throughout the 2024 election cycle as Republican activists worked to mobilize the traditionally low-turnout group. As the frenzy settles, curiosity about ...