Arguments About The Amish

Dear Andrea, How are you today? I heard from someone that you were making disparaging remarks about the Amish. I’d like to tell you about what I see as the strengths and weaknesses of Amish life. Amish don’t just make nice furniture, or stubbornly resist modernity. Though many recent TV shows such as “Breaking Amish” or “Amish Mafia” have given them a false image, there is more to them than what some may perceive. The Amish have intrigued us with their simple and slow way of life. In these days, it seems nearly impossible to resist the new and developing technological advances. Amish culture is characterized by their patience and slowness. It may take about twenty minutes to sing a song within a three hour ceremony. Alternatively, speed nearly defines modern life. We are constantly checking twitter, on our phones, eating fast foods, and …show more content…
You are only baptized in the Amish Church if you confess your faith and Christ, and promise to follow regulation of their church for the rest of their lives, This is usually around the late teens or early twenties. If you choose to leave the church before you are baptized, your community will typically support you, but if you leave after you have been baptized and made the pledge, you will face excommunication followed by shunning. If you wish to return to the church, you will be restored. Outsiders are welcome if they attest Amish beliefs, can harness a horse, and speak the language. The Amish today simply defy those who thought they would not exist by now. With all the influence of technology in our world it is hard to believe they have resisted it for so long. There are about 285,000 Amish in the world today. Their population has increased 120%. Families are usually six to eight children. One of the Amish’s main concerns is that the use of modern things will contaminate the purity of their