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Amish Holidays: What Do They Celebrate?

What holidays do the Amish celebrate? Learn some of the most important days on their calendar and others that they don't observe.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, Holidays Leave a comment November 23, 2022November 23, 2022

What Are Stereotypical Amish Names?

What are "stereotypical" Amish names, and what does that mean? Learn more here.

C D Zook Amish, Guides Leave a comment November 16, 2022November 16, 2022

Do the Amish Have Social Security Numbers?

Do the Amish get social security numbers in the United States? Yes. Learn more here.

C D Zook Uncategorized Leave a comment November 9, 2022November 7, 2022

Why Do Some People Call Mennonites “Schmellies?”

Why do some people use the word "schmelly" to refer to a Mennonite? Learn the answer (and more) here.

C D Zook Amish, Guides Leave a comment November 2, 2022November 2, 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

What Does the Last Name “Stoltzfus” Mean?

What does the last name Stoltzfus mean? Learn more about its origins and meanings here.

C D Zook Amish, Guides, Mennonites Leave a comment October 19, 2022October 19, 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

Where Are the Amish Towns?

Where are Amish towns? Find the answer and the reasons behind it here.

C D Zook Amish, Guides 1 Comment September 21, 2022September 21, 2022

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