why do they shun other amish if they leave?

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why do they shun other amish if they leave?

why is it when a amish person turns 16 it is all right to do what they call the worldly. for one take their dates home and sleep with them right in their parents house? Why is it if a person leaves the amish they are shuned but if a girl has a baby and not married she dosen't?

2007-03-01 11:52:36 · 3 answers · asked by lovejesus 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups

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because it's a cult.

2007-03-01 12:02:52 · answer #1 · answered by gkltdd 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋

They think all non practicing Amish, and all non Amish, are hell bound sinners

2007-03-01 12:05:57 · answer #2 · answered by XX 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋

I think you are misinformed. Please educate yourself before posting such a ridiculous question.

2007-03-01 12:08:38 · answer #3 · answered by Just me 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋