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    Rumspringa Book Review

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    during adolescence translated in English is running around using some Amish and Mennonite communities the Rumspringa normally begins around the age of 14 to 16 And ends when a youth chooses baptism within the Amish church and still leaves the community the majority choose baptism and remain in the church Amish Elders generally view it as a time for courtship and finding a spouse In many communities‚ Rumspringa is a period when some Amish youth‚ boys more than girls‚ experience greater freedom. They are

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    revealing them signs of salvation not only physically but spiritually. 4) Christ entrusted to his apostles his messianic mission so that they may help to the needy and heal the sick. 5) St. Paul mentions to his letter to the Corinthians that healing is one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. 6) .“A practice of the early church… which

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    Devils Playground

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    eye opening independent film that I have ever seen. I know absolutely nothing about the Amish faith or people as I have never been exposed to them. Their strict way of life is backed by a very close knit family and strong religious beliefs. When teenagers in the Amish community turn sixteen they are free to explore the “English” world and they are exposed to everyday American life. Followers of the Amish religion believe that being exposed to the outside world is like being exposed to the Devil’s

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    Spanish word ’herbolario’ which means herbalist. [1] Usually‚ there is a history of healers in the family tree. Their ’healing power’ is bestowed by a supernatural being through a ’calling.’ Albularyos commonly lack in formal education but are trained by their elder or a local healer. It takes years to become familiar with the teachings‚ rituals and modes of diagnosis and healing‚ the prayers‚ ’orasyon’‚ and the use of herbs. They take care of common illnesses such as fever‚ cough‚ cold‚ diarrhea

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    Culture Report #1

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    Name of event: Visit to the Amish of Jamesport Place‚ date‚ time: Which new culture did you learn about? The Amish of Jamesport‚ MO Summarize the event in two sentences: I was immersed in the Amish lifestyle for a whole day. I was able to experience what their lives are like on a day to day basis: work‚ school‚ chores‚ meals‚ prayer‚ and song. Answer the following questions: • What did you learn by attending this cultural experience? I learned about how the Amish live their lives‚ how they

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    witness essay

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    In his film witness peter weir criticizes aspects of modern society by contrasting it to the world of the Amish. Discuss the statement with close reference to the film The film Witness‚ directed by Peter Weir portrays the concept of cultural differences between the Amish and the outside world. Critical aspects of modern society (American society) are shown in various film techniques. Weir demonstrates aspects of the close study of text by using symbols‚ characterization‚ setting and diegetic

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    "Witness" Analysis

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    about the traditional Amish life versus the violent ways of the Western World. The film begins when an Amish boy named Samuel Lapp witnesses the murder of a policeman‚ and when detective John Book discovers it was an ‘inside job’ he gets shot and takes Samuel and his mother Rachel back to their Amish community. While nursing the bullet wound he stays with them for a week and learns the Amish way of life. He is not comfortable at first but he is eventually accepted by the Amish and falls in love along

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    is a period of time when Amish youth‚ boys more than girls‚ experience greater freedom. They are no longer under the control of their parents on the weekends and‚ because they are not baptized‚ they are not yet under the authority of the church. During this time‚ many Amish youth adhere to traditional Amish behavior. Others‚ however‚ experiment with “worldly” activities (2014). The main question during Rumspringa is whether or not to be Amish. When we think of the Amish we think of an old-timey lifestyle

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    Handout questions

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    Close Viewing Guide for Peter Weirs film WITNESS STUDENT HANDOUT 2 1 Opening credits ‚ with background showing Amish walking through fields ( 000-1.00) a) In what ways is the opening of the film unusual for a police crime story ? The opening of the film begins with a rural setting of the Amish. It shows that the Amish world is very peaceful and very community orientated. It looks like it should be back in the past and how they are living in modern society but just completely ignoring it. The use

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    Christian Science‚ comparing them to Christianity. We will look at basic beliefs‚ spiritual perspectives on healing‚ beliefs about healthcare‚ and components of healing such as prayer‚ meditation‚ and rituals followed. We will also look at what is important to know when caring for a person with different beliefs and cultural views‚ so that we may treat them with respect‚ dignity and promote the healing process. Healthcare Provider and Faith Diversity The practice of nursing brings you in contact with

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