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Category: History

Why Do Amish Men Shave Their Mustaches?

Why do Amish men shave their mustaches? It breaks down to one simple reason. Learn more.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment January 25, 2023January 25, 2023

Amish Rumspringa: What Is It & Is It Fair?

What is rumspringa? What does it mean to the Amish? Learn some of the answers here.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment December 21, 2022December 21, 2022

What Does the Last Name “Yoder” Mean?

What does the last name "Yoder" mean? Learn about its origins, etymology, and why it's so popular among the Amish & Mennonites.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History, Mennonites 1 Comment October 26, 2022October 26, 2022

Do the Amish Practice Polygamy? (Answer: No)

Do the Amish practice polygamy? In short, no. Learn more about their marriage practices here.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment October 12, 2022October 12, 2022

Do the Amish Speak German?

Do the Amish speak German? Learn the answer — and the history behind it.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment October 5, 2022October 5, 2022

Do the Amish Pay Taxes?

Do they Amish pay taxes? Yes and no. Learn more here.

C D Zook History Leave a comment September 28, 2022September 27, 2022

Do the Amish Dance? (Answer: No)

Do the Amish dance? The short answer is no. Learn why here.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment September 7, 2022September 7, 2022

What Is Amish Magic?

What is Amish magic? What does the term mean? And — we won't judge you for asking — is it real?

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History 1 Comment August 3, 2022August 2, 2022

Do Mennonites Speak Pennsylvania Dutch?

Do Mennonites speak Pennsylvania Dutch? Generally, not often. Learn more from our blog.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment July 27, 2022July 27, 2022

Do the Amish Use Nails? (Answer: Yes)

Do the Amish use nails? The short answer is yes. Discover the long answer and why it's so fascinating.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment July 13, 2022July 6, 2022

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