The Amish live in 19 states, Canada, and Central America. Eighty percent live in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana. They can also be found in P

Amish are divided into several separate bodies, some of them more conservative and withdrawn than others. The Bible is the sacred text of the Amish religion. They interpret the Bible literally and directly. In addition to the Bible, the Amish have a set of unwritten rules called the Ordung. The Ordung are the bases for their morals and their way of life. These rules are not set in writing, but are known and strictly followed. During the 19th century the Amish experienced some internal divisions because of interpretations of the Ordung. While the Amish believe in the basic Christian beliefs, the Amish tradition is different from many modern religions in that their faith is combined with their entire culture. The Amish ideals are a direct contrast to the ideals of modern American culture. In today's American society, all emphasis is on personal achievement and success. However, in the Amish culture a

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