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Category: History

Do the Amish Use Doctors?

Do the Amish use doctors? The short answer is yes. Here are the details.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment March 8, 2023March 8, 2023

What Does the Word “Mennonite” Mean? (From an Ex-Mennonite)

What does "Mennonite" mean, and where did the name come from? Learn more here.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, History Leave a comment February 15, 2023February 15, 2023

Why Don’t the Amish Have Mustaches?

Why don't the Amish grow mustaches? Learn the answer(s) here.

C D Zook Guides, History Leave a comment February 8, 2023February 8, 2023

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

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