The Amish Would Go to War with Syria: True or False?
The Amish Would Go to War with Syria: True or False?
FALSE.
Because of Bible verses such as Exodus 20:13 (KJV), “Thou shalt not kill” and Matthew 5:39, “If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also,” the Amish believe force should never be used in any human relations whatsoever, for any reason. This is why they do not serve in the military nor practice any form of self-defense. It is also why they won’t work as police officers, hold political office, or serve on juries.
In the early years, the Amish lifestyle and practices were not that different than those of other Americans, so they tended to blend in. But as the country changed and began adopting more industrialized/modern practices, the Amish began to stand out more and more. From the 1920s to the early 1970s, the Amish were viewed with suspicion and even hostility—especially during wartime, due to their pacifist stance.
In the mid-1970s, however, a new attitude about the Amish began to emerge as suspicion and contempt gave way to compassion and curiosity. Time passed, and ill feelings engendered during the World Wars faded into the background. As “diversity” and “tolerance” became American buzzwords, the Amish gained a new level of acceptance.
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the amish don’t believe in killing/war as in many other religions as well.
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