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The Amish put great importance in adult baptism where they take their baptism vows between the ages of 18 and 22. If a person goes against the values or vows of the church they face excommunication and shunning. While the consequences of going against the church are extreme after baptism, the punishment is not the same if a person decides to leave the church before baptism. #adultdecisions #baptism

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America provides its citizens with the ability to practice whatever they want. There are no specific religious rituals that apply to the whole nation. There are many different religions in America and everyone is able to practice whatever the believe in/want to. #equality #believeinwhatyouwant

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The American law creates a system that is based on the belief that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. Our rules are very strict and straight forward allowing there to be little to no confusion on what we can and cannot do. The rules are enforced by the police and the government. #innocentuntilprovenguilty #followtherules

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The Amish believe largely in the value of family and God. Their rules include only marrying other only that are a part of the Amish Church. The Amish are also known for avoiding certain modern technology and living a lifestyle without electronic devices or conveniences. #Family&Godfirst #churchiseverything

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The Amish build their own houses and typically have a farm with them. They make their own furniture as well and do not use anything electrical. #diy #allmine #hardwork

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Americans live in apartments, condos, or homes. Typically it would be a moderate sized house that you can buy on the market. Most decorate it with any furniture of their choosing. #firsthouse #livinghereforever

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The Amish begin their courtship at around 15 or 16 years old with people in their community. They see each other at church or at school and will begin to visit each other's families, they are strict about touching and intimacy. Most of the time it can be a short period between dating and marriage. #notouching #lovemyinlaws

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Typical Americans will date for a certain amount of time before getting married. The time of dating can be many years before they get married. People date whomever they want with consent. #fiance #onetruelove

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The Amish end education at 8th grade. The schools they attend are one to two rooms. They typically end school so early because of religious reasons and because they have much to do at their farms or with their families. #learning #private #8thgradegraduation

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Education is very valued in American society. It is expected to go through k-12th grade. It is very typical for most to go onto a 2-4 year college. #goodgrades #lovemyteachers