Special Protocol
The Ordnung is a set of rules that govern what can and cannot be done in social situations. The Ordnung laws govern everything from clothing to technology to education. A German word is the source of the terms “command” and “discipline.” Because the Amish have no central church government, each assembly is autonomous and self-governing.
Special Protocol
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Local Autonomy
Because there is no centralized religious authority, each church is free to change the Ordnung as they see fit. Each Amish group can have its own set of laws because they have this ability. Some cultures have stricter regulations than others.
Local Autonomy
