Amish culture

Bonnets and buggies

Amish culture refers to the traditional way of life practiced by the Amish, a Christian group descended from Swiss Anabaptists who settled in North America in the 18th century.

The culture emphasizes separation from the modern world, plain dress, rejection of most modern technology, and close-knit agricultural communities.

Amish life centers on family, church, and mutual aid, with decisions governed by the Ordnung—unwritten rules varying by congregation.

The documentary explored Amish culture and its surprising diversity across settlements.

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Mostly American · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G