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The Amish Way of Keeping Everyone in Line

The Amish community doesn’t mess around when breaking the rules. They have their “Ordnung,” a strict ethical code everyone follows, but it is not so rigid that there’s no room for personal interpretation. They let everyone decide for themselves what the rules mean.

But if you cross the line, the consequences can be pretty serious. Enter the “Meidung,” aka the dreaded shunning. Get caught violating the “Ordnung” and prepare to be removed from the community. It’s like the ultimate “you are grounded”—no one wants it, but it keeps everyone in check! It’s a sharp reminder to know where the lines are and not cross them.

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