In Lancaster County, the Amish population is OK with using electricity, but they reject the grid that brings it into most Americans homes. Thats because they want to maintain a separation from the wider world. The Amish believe this life on earth is part of their journey to heaven.

Why do Amish reject electricity?

The Amish use electricity? Its not that the Amish arent allowed to use electricity, its that they believe too much reliance on electricity or access to public power grids will tie them too closely to the rest of the world and hurt their well-preserved culture.

What treatments do Amish refuse?

The Amish are exempted from social security and reject health insurance coverage, do not practice birth control, and often veto preventive practices such as immunization and prenatal care.

Why do Amish resist technology?

The Old Order Amish tend to restrict telephone use, as it is viewed by some as interfering with separation from the world. By bringing the outside world into the home, it is an intrusion into the privacy and sanctity of the family, and interferes with social community by eliminating face-to-face communication.

Do Amish have toilets?

There is no indoor plumbing or bathrooms. The kitchen has a hand pump for washing hands and faces. Bathing is done in a large tub in the wash room or wash house. It was while discussing bathing that L took offense, and spoke out about what she said was a common mistake regarding the cleanliness of the Amish.