Amish Documentary Analysis
Amish: A Secret Life
The amish culture is unlike any other. Their compelling believes around religion and family, set the foundation for their thriving communities. In today's society, standing out in a region of similar cultures can be difficult, and that is why there is such a decline in folk culture beliefs. But looking at the family in the video, one is able to comprehend that staying adamant about what they believe in is very strenuous. Most people who see a family of amish men and women either turn their heads, or stare directly at them, but indeed there is more to the unique community. Its filled with rich history, elements of culture, and so much more. From the outside, it can be seen that the amish are people who my grandmother …show more content…
The Amish language is from the descent of a german dialect called “Pennsylvania Dutch” . It is commonly used in places like Indiana, Pennsylvania, and some part of Kentucky. The language was not evident in the video, but I assume that they were focusing on english for the purpose of the informational documentary. The Amish education is very different from the rest of their cultural belief. The Amish go to school until they are in the 8th grade, and then they begin to work, whether it be in the home or out in an amish owned workforce. David did not work for an Amish owned company, but there were other amish men that worked alongside him. David’s dream was to buy land that could support his future in become a farmer. He felt that if he owned a farmland, he would be closer to his home and have more time that was devoted to his wife and kids. The final thing that is evident in their culture is their religion. People the Amish culture are considered protestant christians, who believe in adult baptism, pacifism, the separation of church and state as well as the importance of having faith spread throughout the community. Both Miriam and David set a strong example for their children of the way that they want to be a part of the church. Because they do not have a proper place for their church services to take place, Miriam, David, and the rest of the people who own land in the Amish community, each take turns hosting a service, as well as providing lunch afterwards. The Amish show much respect for their culture, and are very prideful of the life that they
The amish culture is unlike any other. Their compelling believes around religion and family, set the foundation for their thriving communities. In today's society, standing out in a region of similar cultures can be difficult, and that is why there is such a decline in folk culture beliefs. But looking at the family in the video, one is able to comprehend that staying adamant about what they believe in is very strenuous. Most people who see a family of amish men and women either turn their heads, or stare directly at them, but indeed there is more to the unique community. Its filled with rich history, elements of culture, and so much more. From the outside, it can be seen that the amish are people who my grandmother …show more content…
The Amish language is from the descent of a german dialect called “Pennsylvania Dutch” . It is commonly used in places like Indiana, Pennsylvania, and some part of Kentucky. The language was not evident in the video, but I assume that they were focusing on english for the purpose of the informational documentary. The Amish education is very different from the rest of their cultural belief. The Amish go to school until they are in the 8th grade, and then they begin to work, whether it be in the home or out in an amish owned workforce. David did not work for an Amish owned company, but there were other amish men that worked alongside him. David’s dream was to buy land that could support his future in become a farmer. He felt that if he owned a farmland, he would be closer to his home and have more time that was devoted to his wife and kids. The final thing that is evident in their culture is their religion. People the Amish culture are considered protestant christians, who believe in adult baptism, pacifism, the separation of church and state as well as the importance of having faith spread throughout the community. Both Miriam and David set a strong example for their children of the way that they want to be a part of the church. Because they do not have a proper place for their church services to take place, Miriam, David, and the rest of the people who own land in the Amish community, each take turns hosting a service, as well as providing lunch afterwards. The Amish show much respect for their culture, and are very prideful of the life that they