The Amish are a group of Anabaptists known for their plain dress and simple living. They observe Ordnung, the rule which, among other things, limits the use of electricity, automobiles, and phones. They also practice the Anabaptist tradition of nonresistance. There are various sects of Amish, including Old Order Amish, Beachy Amish, Amish Mennonites, and New Order Amish.
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Having been raised on that the blogger thoughts about her leaving the community, her subsequent struggle of 31 years, trying to come to terms with their past. She shares her understanding of her heritage and interviews with others along the same journey.
http://salomafurlong.com/aboutamish/
This weblog aims to promote farming and country living and includes much commentary about the Amish and Amish issues including laws which restrict farming, the new trend within the government to target Amish farms, and the national animal identification laws (NAIS).
http://amishinternet.com/
This weblog consists of stories about the Amish and Amish life by those who are Amish. There are numerous photographs as well as descriptions of Amish homes and farms.
http://amishstorys1.blogspot.com/
