Summary: Similarities Between Amish And Mennonite Culture

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Comparing and Contrasting Cultures: Amish vs. Mennonite
Megan E. Gallimore
SOC 1001
11/25/14
Professor Edelen
South University

















Frequently, Amish and Mennonite cultures are considered confusing. With both the Amish and Mennonite coming from common historical roots, they still have their similarities and differences. Amish and Mennonites (2013) states that both groups grew out of the Anabaptist movement which arose in 1525 in opposition to the Roman Catholic Church as well as the Protestant Reformation movement brought on by Martin Luther. (Amish and Mennonite, 2013). With once being considered one, they still share some of the same qualities. This paper will discuss the differences and similarities between both the Amish and Mennonite cultures, including their material objects, beliefs, behaviors, and symbols.
Having migrated to North America in the eighteenth century, the Amish and Mennonites have found their homeland mostly in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana. The …show more content…

I can personally say when I recently visited Ohio I could see some differences but I didn’t know who was who. I noticed some drove a car but others rode in a horse and buggy. I couldn’t imagine the life they live, especially with having had everything I ever needed growing up. It’s as if they have their own world and they try their best to keep today’s evil out of their world. With having explained the differences and similarities of the Amish and Mennonites, it should be easier to distinguish the two. This paper discussed the differences and similarities between both the Amish and Mennonite cultures, including their material objects, beliefs, behaviors, and symbols. It is hoped now when one comes in contact with someone from the Amish or Mennonite community it will be a little easier to know whom you are talking

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