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20 most asked questions about the Amish and Mennonites
Format:
Book
Title:
20 most asked questions about the Amish and Mennonites
ISBN:
9780934672009
Publication:
Lancaster, PA : Good Books,
Physical Description:
96 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
Series title(s):
Number in series:
NO. 1.
Contents:
What is the difference between the Amish and the Mennonites? -- When and how did these people get started? -- Are they a Christian group or do they represent a different religion? -- Aren't they a bit naive and backward? Why don't they accept modern things? -- Does anyone ever join them? Does anyone ever leave? -- Why do they dress that way? -- Is it true they don't go to war? -- Why are they against education? -- Why are they such good farmers? -- Why don't they pay Social Security taxes? -- Do any of the Amish or Mennonite groups believe in missions? -- What are their weddings like? -- How are their women and children treated? -- Is food a part of their religion? -- Do they go to doctors and hospitals? -- What about burial? -- Don't they believe in having fun? -- What are some of their problems? -- Are they growing or dying in number? -- What, in fact, holds them together?
Summary:
Questions and answers about the two religious orders sworn to embrace simplicity, regarding their history and lifestyle.
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