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Life on the Edge of Meidung
Breaking the Ordnung, those guiding rules of Amish life, doesn’t go unnoticed. Consequences include Meidung, or shunning, where the community avoids the rule-breaker—even family members. Not meant to punish harshly, it’s a gentle, communal nudge toward repentance and restoring unity. If someone repeatedly resists, excommunication steps in, officially cutting them off from church membership and community life.
These decisions aren’t made casually; leaders approach excommunication carefully, hoping for change before taking that route. For the Amish, Meidung and ex-communication help preserve shared values and the community’s harmony. It’s a system that prioritizes belonging and restoration, where rules mean a shared commitment to the collective good.
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