Because the Amish lifestyle is a deliberate effort to separate from the world and maintain self sufficiency, they decided in the early part of the century that linking with electrical wire would constitute a connection with the world and would violate the Bible's instruction not to be conformed with the world. That decision, viewed now, shows amazing foresight as it has protected the Amish community from outside influences such as radio and TV.

This website is not maintained or created by the Amish themselves. However, those involved in this website are directly in contact with the Amish and Mennonites, either by heritage, friendship, or business relationships. This website has been created in an effort to pass along information about the Amish and their chosen lifestyle. See similar questions...

Just curious; I'm 43 years old and suffering from PMS at this very moment, so I guess that's why it's kind of on my mind, LOL! Love your Web site!!! See similar questions...

The Association is NOT responsible for electricity to your unit. Your first step is to check with your neighbors to see if they have power, next check the circuit breakers inside your unit. Finally, check the circuit breakers outside that control your unit. DO NOT turn breakers on and off if you don't know what they control. Finally, contact Edison and report the problem. See similar questions...

The typical voltage for large motors used in lifting devices is three phase and usually 230 or 460 volts. (230-3-60, or 460-3-60). See similar questions...

Minimal usage when in action. Comfy and Came garage automation quiescent current is 4.5 watts at 12 volts. Working around 350 watts for a few seconds. See similar questions...

Since they have been cut off for hundreds of years from American culture and scientific progress, the Amish may have had less exposure to some new factor triggering autism in the rest of population. The likely culprit: vaccines. May/June 2004 (Reaction to an MMR vaccine) Excerpts from Homeopathy Today magazine May/June 04 issue) I invite you to subscribe to read the entire story. As a subscriber, you will have access to the information online. See similar questions...

The Amish forbid photographs of them being taken based on the Biblical instruction that Thou shall not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth (Exodus 20:4). See similar questions...

The Supreme Court has ruled that Amish who are self employed do not have to pay Social Security tax, as it is a form of insurance and as such conflicts with their religious beliefs. Amish who are employed by non-Amish employers, however, do pay this tax. Amish pay property taxes, income taxes, sales taxes, etc., as well. See similar questions...

The mains electrics must be set up to the correct standards but are a small part of the installation. Some people have a local electrician handle that skilled work. See similar questions...

We understand that not all locations have the power that is required, so we have generators that may be rented. These generators will handle at least 2 blowers, others may not, and that will depend on the wattage of the generator. We will discuss that with you if you decide you need a generator. If you rent a generator from us, it will come with one tank (5 gal) of gas. This will normally run the generator between 4 to 5 hours. See similar questions...

Answer: The Amish do not use the Internet themselves personally or for business purposes. Englisher neighbors or entrepreneurs operate websites that sell crafts, furniture and quilts that the Amish make. Amish.Net provides Internet surfers with information about the Amish lifestyle, and offers a service for merchants, including some Amish owned businesses, to list their businesses that sell Amish Made goods and provide tourism services for visitors to America's Amish Country. See similar questions...

Answer: In addition to the scriptural admonition to not make "graven images" of themselves, the fact of posing is most of the issue. The Amish do not want to draw attention to themselves by posing for a photo or image. Answer coordinated by THE BUDGET Answer: No. The Amish live in large, comfortable houses that are painted white. They would not "decorate" their front door and they would not advertise that a daughter is available for marriage. Amish courtship is a rather private event. See similar questions...

Electrolux Air cleaner’s electrical consumption is very low. At the lowest speed, which is the speed at which the air cleaner should operate continuously, it uses 20 watts. This is equivalent to the smallest light bulb. At the middle speed it uses 30 watts and at the highest speed 70 watts. Even at its highest speed, Electrolux Air cleaner does not use any more energy than an ordinary light bulb. See similar questions...

None of the forced air heaters can be used without electricity. The fan on the heaters requires 110 volts AC electrical current to operate. See similar questions...

The Austin Air Cleaner uses ordinary 120 volt wall receptacles. Maximum draw is about 90 watts on high or about 1 cent per hour. It can be placed anywhere in a room, including corners, and you will still get the same excellent results. The Austin Air Cleaner should be placed in a bedroom at night with the door closed for best results. See similar questions...

Most of our docks are electricity free. Craft are simply docked and launched under their own power. For longer and/or heavier craft, we have Jet Dock "Air Lift Aqua Pad" and "Performance Series Aqua Pad" docks which have electrically driven, partially submersible sterns to make docking and launching a breeze. See similar questions...

Yes, there are both indoor and outdoor outlets available. All vendors are responsible for supplying their own extension cords. See similar questions...

The ThruWall uses 60 Watts while the ThruWall Pro uses 40 Watts. Similar to a medium sized light bulb. See similar questions...