Things you don't mess with - America's boats, or Amish Milk
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This one is a Mennonite most likely (or just some random guy who likes that kind of beard, etc). Similar to Amish in many ways, but the Mennonites do implement technology (phones, tractors, electric appliances and so forth).
Edit: There's a fair amount of source material available about this online. Here's just one source --
https://amishamerica.com/whats-the-difference-between-amish-and-mennonites/#different
Ah. I have heard that some Amish stores have started using credit card readers in places from people not having cash on hand to be able to buy otherwise, and wondered if they were getting more relaxed on it.
Don’t do it, guys! It’s a trap!
Just so long as they don't become dependent upon technology and/or lose their generational knowledge of how to live without it, incorporating some tech is not a bad idea (probably). Even this Amish farmer, Amos Miller, who was harassed by the PA government thugs over his milk products has a website, online ordering, etc. I'm not versed in the distinctions and particulars regarding their faith and cultural rules, but I'm assuming, since Amish Mr Miller has a website for his farm products, that he's at least interfacing with a Mennonite or even mainstream Christian who can make use of the technology. It may be that they can utilize Mennonites as a middleman between non-technological Amish and the public at large.
I know what you mean by "don't do it". I feel as if they're one of the last bulwarks against complete societal collapse - and would be among the pioneers who could lead a broken world back to stability in such an event.
Exactly. It’s a bit too close to getting integrated with this mess.
I’m not sure what their theology is, but it’s probably better too.
In my area there is an old order Amish-owned store/bakery/restaurant but the workers are all Mennonite so they can use electricity, card readers, etc., in the store.
Yep. There are a few specifics that could be quibbled on, but a lot of their specifics seem spot on.
Came to say exactly this.