The Unexpected Rules and Customs of the Amish Community

Free Passes for Teens

Amish teens are "allowed" to get into some mischief and experiment with outside Amish life. That's why you may see some younger Amish with cell phones and social media accounts. They're usually just experimenting, which is allowed inside of the community. In a way, this can help an Amish teenager "get it out of their system" and stay committed to the community when they're older. 

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The More You Know

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  • Tennis was originally played with bare hands.
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