We Lived 50 Hours with Amish People
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2021
- Eric and Tommy decided to join an Amish family for a weekend and see what it's like to live without modern technology...
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39 And some of the Pharisees from among the multitude said unto him, Master, rebuke thy disciples.
40 And he answered and said unto them, I tell you that, if these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out.
41 And when he was come near, he beheld the city, and wept over it,
The end of the story you should stay where you are it's a nice and easier life .
Please go back
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Watched it 3 times haha
These guys aren't joking when they say they look out for their neighbors. My dad's house burned down last year, and since he was such good friends with many of them, they offered to rebuild his home, free of charge, and he's not even Amish.
goosebumps reading this, god bless all of them!
Wow. That must have been a great source of comfort. Good people. I'm glad your Dad is okay!
Agreed. I highly recommend people looking up stories of how the Amish have responded to people affected by natural disasters. I'm Christian but not Amish, but they have other denominations beat when it comes to demonstrating compassion and forgiveness.
Really important message in this - family and community, as well as remembering that it's the opposite of material things that grounds us.
That’s so true, my aunts house burned down and she has been helping out others so much and is so caring that they gave her some of their land and build a house for them for free. They also gave them some clothes and things to help them get back on track
It's funny how seeing the lives of the Amish makes YOU feel like you're the one missing out. Technology really can take you away from human contact.
Only Shallow people need to be online 24/7..
Real people have a life..
Why didn't they just do this and not tell anyone.. whoops, UA-cam payments? I hope they donated some of their income from this video back to the Amish.. doubt it though..
@@graemejohnson9025 I don't have any issues with these guys posting their experiences with the Amish. Everyone on both sides came out with a positive outlook and it made me feel fuzzy inside if not but for just a moment.
They don't consume. Ergo...
They're also polygamists... I'd be down for that.
@@MagdaLena-pf2sj So long as you're not female then you are fine. if not, you're screwed.
You found an incredibly rare Amish family. Most wouldn’t be so open to strangers. They are good people, your host family. I hope you give them an experience in return, if it wouldn’t cause trouble with the church and the community. I was honestly surprised that your visit was so well received. Hopefully, the Amish communities are beginning to become more open.
More open to what though? I don't think u guys have anything they want. And if you're talking about human connections, the amish community in lancaster and Ohio have yearly visits to and from the hasidics of New York. They probably share baby tips 😂. Just kidding, they mostly just talk about farming
Really? That is so cool!
We all understand why they would not want any influence from modern-day values. Long may their sustainable lives and culture continue.
Hopefully they don't invite modern day living and culture into their community. It would ruin them within a matter of days. Look how it's working for us worldly people. I got a high respect for the Amish community because they work hard, are humble, stay true to their beliefs and roots and will help each other out when they can. Living off the grid and such...seems like peace to me
Why would they ? I mean no offense to nobody but if 2 strangers knock at my door and say can I stay with you and your family for few days I would say no.
My gramma was Amish. She was born in Indiana in 1888 and died in 1969. She was the kindest, holiest and sweetest person ever. I never heard her say anything bad about anybody, ever. She read her Bible everyday. I still have her big Bible in old German Amish script. It has all of her ancestors listed in front with birth and death dates. I was privileged to know her.
My Grandma was born in Indiana in 1888. She died in 1970. She was not Amish. She was a sweet, kind, very gentle lady. She had many, many friends. Her stepfather was a pastor. She had his huge old Bible with his name embossed on the front cover. I miss her very much, still.
Here's the deal about Amish: they literally do not bother anyone. They do not try to force their ideas on others. I respect that.
Except their little girls?
edit: for folks who think I meant the poor girls don't get smartphones, search the reports of sexual abuse or incest with environment blaming the victim and blabla
@@supernovasimulations and their children in general , just are not given a choice if they want to live the lifestyle .
They sure do make good neighbors, if you're also into manual labor.
@@markusvykos8750 No big deal. Those are the rules of the community. Every community has rules. There are many countries in the world that go far beyond that and deny many human rights.
Amish communities doesn't seem even close to it. Actually I believe they are happy. Happier than us that we have false feeling of freedom and are slaves to money and carrier.
@@philipgligorov5848 oh please could you please stop with the bs
That Amish father gave some of the best advice ever: "Bitterness destroys the vessel that carries it."
Yeah that one got to me. I have work to do.
@@barryschalkwijk9388 haha, you and me both, buddy.
Heilung lml
When I drove a truck, I used to love delivering to Amish communities. They were always super nice, offered food and coffee, and unloaded my truck by hand faster than most forklifts or cranes. Heil Orbán!
@@furerorban9324 It's weird how every time I see the Amish portrayed in shows, they're a bunch of bastards. Maybe they're just trying to be edgy by subverting expectations.
Could you imagine 2 strange guys that you've never met randomly show up and ask to live with you for a few days? Almost everyone in modern society would say hell no lol and go on with their day.
Well, it’s not like the first Amish person they asked let them into their home either. We all have boundaries I guess
Most of them did say no…
@@michaelmorris1817 still the fact that they were able to find someone so willing so fast on the road with a family father that’s a reasonable man with minimal expectations for using them… says a lot about how comfortable the Amish are in their community to make them so comfortable around people. You could’ve asked that question for 17 hours straight in New York City and everyone would’ve said no.
It did happen to me in Romania in the mountains, felt like part of the village, and herd similar stories from others.
if you leave the big capitalist citys behind, you find many open & friendly communitys!
its not just the amish, its most "country folk"
Those are magnificent horses. The at the cleanliness and tidiness of the farms, and the animals well cared for made me smile. My grandparents were German farmers, it was the same.
Yeah, I tend to dislike the idea of using animal labor unnecessarily, but those horses are so healthy and well treated that I can't criticize it.
“bitterness destroys the vessel in which its carried” i will remmeber that forever
Me also
Profound statement.
powerful words
I’m pretty sure that’s a Mark Twain quote.
Holding a grudge is drinking poison and expecting your enemy to die.
My grandpa was a farmer and helped many Amish with their farms, buy seeds and other goods. When he passed, three men worked on his casket made of walnut. And they said it was because they appreciated him. They also catered the food for the funeral-just the kindest people.
what a cool send-off salute to those guys
they value community over pride and greed, its beautiful but i still feel like voluntary ignorance is dangerous. nevertheless love and respect
@@randyjenkins8896 Yeah their culture seems pretty great but why not just use cars and refrigerators? But in the end they believe that those things lead to many of the problems in our societies and they have every right to do what they want with their beliefs. If you truly think that using a tractor will eventually lead to hookup culture then by all means use horse and plow.
@@guydunn5354 quite ironic that alot of the issues the world is currency facing would have been avoided if we all went amish lol.
@@avlinrbdig5715 The irony is in us knowing that and not caring one bit. It’s like playing dead with a grizzly bear, sure it’s the best way to survive but I’m definitely running. The internet may be the bane of common decency but I’m sure not giving up my phone.
They're just some of the most hard-working people I've ever met. I love the fact that they are pretty much one of the last living bastions of biblical morality in this country. They don't disrespect their parents, they don't disrespect each other, they don't disrespect people that are not Amish, and they're just so friendly and warm.
Well said.
And without using modern tech. Amazing. That means you dont need super high tech to have a productive society
I really wish I could live with them together.. I hate to live with the toxic society that we are currently living
@@kenrock2 can you live without cellphones and without Internet?
@@oscaralegre3683 I think we can benefit alot of things without dependant to modern tech. Imagine those days before cellphone we used to remember phone numbers of our friends and families; before google maps we used to drive from one state to another without gps.. it's just amazing how our parents back in the old days could able to survived without the technology that we cant live without it...
“Dads gotta get moms input. He’s not the only one living here.” What a mommas boy haha I feel that
This is actually groundbreaking documentary making. I've never even heard of someone having this much access to an authentic Amish community to represent them in this way. This should 100% have gone on the main channel.
YESS!!!
Look up Peter santenello. He made a whole documentary series about the Amish community. Not to discredit yes theory, but he did a way better job in my opinion. It’s very interesting.
Peter santenellos videos are great. I think the difference is yes theory is going for an experience for themselves, Peter is looking to learn and inform others about the places he visits
@@jacobklessens5959 This video was simply, wow look these people drive horse and buggies and play softball, wow
That's because the Amish don't let you take their picture, not sure why they allowed this video to be made.
Kindness and respect are the main Amish beliefs. My motorcycle had broken down in the middle of a northern Amish settlement about 50 miles from my home. I got stuck at around 8:30pm with no cell signal and was expecting to put up camp when I see a lantern off in the distance. There was a kind grey haired Amish man wearing a black trenchcoat and glasses asking if I needed help. He took me to his farm where he said he had a neighbor who was a motorcycle mechanic that owed him a favor. I visit Hamish and his family every year for their kindness and respect and have gotten to know their small community of less than 200 people.
that's amazing and must be a really awesome friendship, in some of our rural areas in SA the people are also salt of the earth and will help with whatever is needed without wanting anything back. There is some really good people on this earth. Glad you were helped instead of camping next to the road.
Wow that's what life is all about man happy to hear you visit yearly and have gotten to know them I need an experience like that myself
so wholesome
@ beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
I wish they could take people in for a week or so, just so we can disconnect from our crazy lives and be reminded of what it is to be a kind human being with traditional values!
I like their simple lifestyle. It's no wonder why so many people are Amish. What a wonderful way to live life.
It is. I just couldn’t get with the religious aspect of it.
@@joeydoherty368 There's a concept called planned obsolescence. I believe this religious aspect is all about this planned obsolescence and it is to protect themselves from the dangers of modern technology. If you notice most modern jobs are being replaced by AI and machine, so this is to protect the jobs among their community. Well this explanation was just about the economic aspect. There can be other reasons too
what does planned obsolescence have to do with religion?@@erutanevoli
@@jack-uv6mtorganized religion is man-made. Having a personal relationship with God through the word of God and having faith in Jesus Christ finishing work on the Cross on our behalf is the most fulfilling thing in this Life.
This is a branch of the new world amish right here, almost Mennonite. Very lax lifestyle compared to the old world order.
I’ll be honest. I’m not the biggest fan of religion, for many personal and societal reasons. But these people seem so genuine and really live as Christ. Just respectful and happy and working. I’d love to be able to have an experience like this at some point
This could have gone on the main channel. Incredible video, loved it.
100% main channel content.
Totally agree!!
I'm kind of sad that so many people will miss this kind of content only because it's on the second channel.
Completely read my mind
It should have
This puts such a positive light on Amish people. They were an amazing family. I really enjoyed watching this thanks champions.
Notice me man
@@itzpete1689 most verified people won’t reply sadly
Wait you were Amish?
yes, nice to see this amish child beaters in a positive light.
Amish don’t pay taxes. I now identify as Amish.
An amazing video. I expected a typical “influencer” video shitting on the lifestyle but you were both humble, respectful, courteous, and curious. I learned so much about the Amish that I did not know.
This was literally my first 'Seek Discomfort' video. I stumbled upon it during Covid sequestering (a year ago) and have been hooked ever since, on 'Yes Theory' too. I'm so glad it wasn't just a flash in the pan. Each video goes so deep in a short time. And each makes me envious of the love and support you share and receive on your adventures. I know you are making our home planet a better place. Such an amazing group of men. You give me much hope for the future!
This man genuinely feels like he’s never carried any resentment in his life. People like that I admire so heavily
How much heavily?
We are all dying to know how heavily please inform us Rachel.
@@JesusChristOfficial2 like really heavily. Like a medium size dog
@@sushigirl648 Hm, how much does it weigh specifically? We need the details Rachel.
@@JesusChristOfficial2 Medium sized dogs weigh between 20 and 60 pounds. That's about 9 to 27 Kgs.
“ What’s the easiest job?” “Pushin the feed in for the cows. There’s brooms. do you know what brooms are?” That got me 😂.
You'd be surprised how many New York kids have never pushed a broom in their lives.
@@youareright4917 you are right
@@youareright4917 rich new york kids. the rest of us don't have it that easy
You can tell he wasn't even asking to be condescending either 😂
@@nothanks010 You are right. I apologize. I was one of the poor kids who was taught to use a broom as soon as I could hold it.
What a beautiful video of the Amish. The countryside is so awesomely beautiful. Their way of life is amazing.
You guys prove always that being open opens you to gravitate to the most brilliant experiences. The entire seek discomfort and yes theory team so often finds themselves at the perfect place and time. The fact that it was Samuel's birthday the next day?! Synchronicity at its finest. You guys are magic workers
*"It isn't that they're rejecting technology. Its that their more happier without it."* Isn't that the truth! It reminds me of the saying..."Happiness is the ability to say, "I have enough!"
They still use hospitals when needed, aren't actively opposed to the idea of some of their own going to non Amish places to see what they wanna see. Not every groups perfect but this general ideas nice. As far as I am aware they still have sort of emergency access for the lifesaving bits of tech(medical, storm warnings, etc), even if they are later resorts.
Also, lots of them DO use forms of electric lighting and things like fire extinguishers. So it's not purely anti-technology. Or even anti-technological development.
To me they are using technology but in a different form than what we are used to we can’t adapt to theirs and they can’t adapt to ours
They use the credit card machine to run your payment for furniture
really thinking ???/so outta control now rules taxes galore???????/
This man is to be commended. He opened up his home to two complete strangers and in doing so he didn’t just give them a glimpse inside the daily lives of the Amish community, he gave the entire world a gift without measure. May God give each and every one them special blessings!
Amen!
Well said! Except God has already given them special blessings - happiness from within, intact marriages and families and no crime. The Amish are actually the richest people in this country.
When I drove a truck, I used to love delivering to Amish communities. They were always super nice, offered food and coffee, and unloaded my truck by hand faster than most forklifts or cranes. Heil Orbán!
I bet them amish said "damn will these here 50 hours evah end?"
He wont know you commended him
i am 3/4 amish, and was apart of a barn moving. it is an experience that 6yo me loved to do and repeatedly asked to join another one. i genuinely love this community.
Eyes don't lie and I could just see the true kindness in their eyes, great people!
"we can't give them the best of everything, they are here to learn our culture not our polished side". That's pure.
I love that the dog just let tommy pet him like tommy has been living there forever
we dont deserve dogs!
Even the dog looks like he is living his best life. So Wholesome.
That was my favorite part
The Shire music just ahhh, added to the feel of this. They're such wholesome happy people, what a way to live.
Rewatched after a year, still wholesome.. please do another..
Man just imagine how peaceful this kind of life is. Of course media would have us think differently but these are the kind of people that will make it when things go crazy. Knowing how to farm and survive off of the actual earth not McDonalds around the corner.
The media is evil and actively creates false and misleading programs about the Amish, like Amish Mafia & TLC shows, to make them appear backward and a cult. The media sucks.
JESUS CHRIST is LORD; He alone is God. turn away from your sins, seek the LORD God with all your heart and your soul and believe in the Gospel: for God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son [to die a horrible death of crucifixion so that, if saved, His death would be the Atoning Sacrifice necessary for our salvation.]
3 days later... the LORD Yeshua raised from the dead, conquering both sin and death. Hallelu Yah.
@@inactiveuser555 god is everything, from the most minute atom to the vastness of space, how should all of existence ever fit into a single body and why, why limit god?! Jesus indeed was carrying a for earth humans huge portion of that energy called god, but not all of it, thats impossible, neither the human body could house that nor would it make any sense for such a high energy to operate solely from the very very limited 3rd dimension. Jesus perhaps was the most sacred being in history carrying the most amount of love any human has ever done but believing he solely would be god is just not right. He doesnt want to prayed at, his mission was merely to spread love and to awaken real love within every human, nothing more.
@Smokey Mcb neither is he the only one nor is anyone only saved by him he can help and assist but there is nothing exklusive about him, there are billions of light beings, so called angels which are all just as powerful and just as loving and just as helpful. Its just a juvenile idea of mankind that only one person can do things, only one person is sacred, only one person can save you, only one person is divine, believing this will lead to a path of darkness, just as christianity has demonstrated for hundreds of years by killiing MILLIONS of innocent people. Jesus himself said that you "will recognize them by their fruits". Yea well look at the fruits christanity for the majority of people, even today a single ring of the pope could feed thousands of people, not to forget that the vatican is one of the richest countries of earth and they do nothing to make this planet and society a better place. Its still like in the middleage they pretend to be good, but minors are still raped by some of their members, the robbed wealth is still not returned, ... and so on. Why you think jesus would say anything different today then he did 2000 years ago, "nothing but man made religions/prayers/laws" and this is also true for christianity it has been established after jesus was dead for a long time, he never wanted that people pray at him, he never wanted that millions are tortured and killed in his name.... No Lightbeing ever wanted that... killing and torture is never in tune with god.
May the light of the existence enlighten your spirit.
@Smokey Mcb he never said that, its a completly made up believe by humans who never had any contact to jesus
repeating lies does not make them true, this is a way how the dark side operates by the way, but believe what ever you want, pray to god or jesus and ask them if that guy on youtube is perhaps right or if he isnt, they will answer as usal, but give it time, and keep in mind when they answer you will feel it in your heart and soul and not as a thought in your rational head
💙
“Bitterness, it will destroy the vessel it’s carried in” powerful line from the happy simple man.
For sure, this should resonate with a lot of us out here in our own worlds
wth as soon as i read this it played in the video
My sister is so bitter it literally has eaten her insides up.
@@conk449 now that can happen ,try to be more sweet to her , love is the medicine for our ill minds ,
@@theundenaiblebobtheundenai1911 I think he meant it literally.
Thank you guys. This was a breath of fresh air in our crazy world. Tolerance, respect, understanding, and decency…what a concept!! People increasingly find it easier to criticize than to just learn and understand. This is the “ good” side of UA-cam and I loved it.
Loved to see this! I grew up near Intercourse and we have known so many wonderful Amish people. There are some areas where they are much more strict but the love and happiness this family showed is like the Amish family we knew and I love to see them portrayed fairly and how I've known them.
I've lived in this area (Lancaster, PA) my whole life and have seen tourists be super disrespectful of Amish privacy and culture. You two took an excellent and humble approach and genuinely wanted to learn more about their culture. I learned a thing or two myself. Thanks for the wholesome content!
used to deliver load there often in my 18wheeler, great place.
Oh it physically hurts to see them ripping the perfectly good wiring out a house, but they bought it so they can do whatever they want with it. Still hurts though…
Invasive if somebody doesn’t want to speak to you
They just don’t fucken want to speak to you. !
lets be honest and quit bashing others, they do get rides to work by other Americans year after year because they wont drive or buy a vehicle.
Lived in Ephrata for 26 years. Now in berks county area. No one I respect more than the Amish. Everything about them is surrounded with discipline. Many of the businesses I frequent are Amish or Mennonite because I know I am going to receive a fantastic product and service to come with it.
Love that Tommy is getting opportunities to host. And that Yes Theory is growing as a collective of new characters and that's a testament to their "why" and community.
yessss🙌
Right I’d love to do this. I don’t live far and it makes me wonder if I’d ever be able to experience opportunities like this :))
after seeing nelk's disgusting video, it's always nice to revisit this. you guys are genuine people, respect.
Yea they disrespect amish people. And they are really some spoiled whiny kids
@@reanukeeves3692 I agree, what they did wasnt cool...but I do gotta say, they def not spoiled. They built a multi million dollar company...if you know anything about the youtube hustle it aint easy & their not kids, pretty sure kyle is thirty & majority of the crew is late twentys.
@@nygiant7979 This is the internet. They know what they did and yet they produced that video disrespecting the amish community for clout. Yes they are millionaires they worked hard on their careers on the expense of others.. these are rich people but money cant buy class and humility.
Been watching you guys for years now and I have to say this is my favorite one yet I am obsessed with the Amish culture they are such hard workers and such a tight-knit community that is always there for each other
I've lived in Pennsylvania my whole life and am surrounded by Amish people. They are the hardest working people you'll ever meet. They work from sun up to sundown and are some of the best carpenters, roofers, and craftsman ever. And they're always pleasant.
Don't forget the baked goods that you can often find them selling! Coming back to PA after living in LA for 3 years was crazy refreshing for that alone.
@@qrowing Yes I also live in an Amish area in Michigan and there are a few local bakeries run by them and it is some of the best baked goods anywhere ❤️. And very popular with the tourists and hunters that come to the area. Cash or check only but very reasonable prices 👍
Yeah they are craftsmen but they're downright Racist.
I'm in Western Canada, so my town has Hutterites instead of Amish. I worked at a place the whole group frequently needed to attend, and got the pleasure of knowing some of them very well.
Hardworking, faithful, family strong, kind, and WOW the baking.
But I can't imagine one of the old grandma's liking these rebellious youngster and their phones 😂
@@Kiefsti When I drove a truck, I used to love delivering to Amish communities. They were always super nice, offered food and coffee, and unloaded my truck by hand faster than most forklifts or cranes. Heil Orbán!
These guys are mutually interested in each other’s lives.
This is how life should be.
God bless
It took me losing half my family to realize that, these people are certainly wise in their priorities.
When I drove a truck, I used to love delivering to Amish communities. They were always super nice, offered food and coffee, and unloaded my truck by hand faster than most forklifts or cranes. Heil Orbán!
They also miss out on a lot of great cool things in life. Religion holds humans back from advancing as a species. They are a good caring people but i still find it sad how much they miss out on in life due to their religious beliefs.
@@alexdim8550 I totally disagree with you. Your entitled to your viewpoint. Hope you have a wonderful life without God being a part of it.
@@mattabel9066 Triggered much? My religious point of view hasn’t nothing to do with the fact that these people have never seen Star Wars or Taxi Driver or went to Rome Or listen to Jimi Hendrix. Not every cult/fairytale is the same, yours allows you to go on UA-cam but theirs doesn’t. I also never mentioned God. I said religion which is man made, obviously. Well, unless you are brainwashed then ya probably think religious cults like the Vatican are legit. Have a wonderful life supporting pedos. :)
We don’t have many Amish communities in my state, however I do know of one and it’s about ~40 minutes drive from my home. I remember heading north and my mom saw a cute little house with a sign reading “homemade jams and pies”. Dude. That was the best raspberry jam I’ve ever had, and I stop by sometimes to this day!
This video is probably the best one and most informative video I’ve seen in a long, long time. This video just screams the fact that it was made in good faith, to connect people, and to get a glance into something that might not be well represented. We need more like this.
I live in an amish community, and while not being amish myself this is the kinda stuff I see every day. Props for creating some super accurate content here.
Same it’s not that weird
Are they getting the covid shot
@@FirstGendodgegarage dude did you just ask that question? They obviously don’t
@@jameswyma9849 who knows bud
@@FirstGendodgegarage probably not but they're damn good neighbors.
I'm a driver for a number of Amish families, and this was by far the most accurate representation I've ever seen on film. Great job guys, y'all made me proud.
My husband and I have driven for them as well. On the way to Kansas City we had a Christian CD on and they sang to some of the songs with us. It was a very pleasant experience. We love driving for them.
This is one of the best documentaries that I’ve ever seen. It really showed me a different and new culture that I hadn’t seen before.
Hope you will continue to treasure this experience, as many of us long for a similar, and simple life as this. It is rare that an Amish family would accept you.
Consider yourselves extremely lucky in this endeavour.
Cherish it always
the Amish people all look so happy
I hope he comes out to LA and seeks discomfort for himself with you guys. You could take him on so many adventures! That family is amazing!
Ew. I hope not! Why expose that nice guy to LA?
@@eltorpedo67 yeah right take him to somewhere nice like Greece or other places in Europe
@@joejoebear4232 So those are the only possibilities?A shit hole like LA or "other places in Europe"?
@@eltorpedo67 Because it’s not always about being in “LA” in terms of what we know LA as. The man has a right to see what a beautiful example of an American city looks like, even if it’s sundered by shitty people and traffic. It’s more of an experience than anyone else would offer the guy.
@@richardturner7209 The fact that you think LA is the pinnacle of a beautiful American city really says a lot. I can think immediately of 10 cities that would represent the US so much better than that sprawling monstrosity. Where would you start the tour? Maybe Venice Beach! lol
It’s cool how the OG Yes Theory guys have kind of passed the channel on to others. Not fully, obviously, but it’s neat to watch as they allow others to experience their own “discomfort” through this channel
I’ve worked on the you theory guys’ boat before. fun fact lol
I love this! I grew up around a lot of Amish people. My grandparents and I would go to Amish markets and restaurants in Maryland & Pennsylvania. It’s nice to see the Amish being looked at positively. They’re hard working and kind people.
The Amish are constantly misunderstood. They are honestly some of the most honest and kind people.
There are different kinds of Amish communities, there are these kinds which are much more forgiving and just choose to live without technology. Then there are the hardcore technology is a sin against God kind of Amish. They forbid all types of technology and shun those who use it.
Okay so 60% of the people in my town are amish and I'm going to tell you the older amish people are really nice in my area but the kids are horrible.
Honestly they're lowkey misogynistic. And sexist soooo...
@@Cam-bp4qg lmao
@Linda Coveleski Agreed
The Amish community is very misunderstood.. They just do their own thing, and that thing is looking out for each other while also being welcoming and respectful of others.
They are masters at their crafts, and even if you don't believe in what they believe in you can't help but admire it and respect it.
Also, it's pretty incredible how much access you guys got with this amazing family
Also a cult
@@dessappy It's NOT a cult! It is simply a different, very traditional sect of Christianity. It's basically just a simple, hard working group of people that try to live their lives as close to the biblical ways as possible. To live as God tells u to live. They live very simply, depend 100% on themselves with no help from the government. They pay taxes, but shun govt. handouts in any form. They are very self-reliant and are a very hard working, but very giving people. They have their own simple traditions, grow their own food, make their own clothes and everything else basically. They help their neighbors, Amish or not, and do unto others as the Bible says. There is nothing cultish about them. It is a very simple, honest, non-materialistic way to live. Please get your facts straight before u go spreading lies and gossip about those different than u that u are uninformed about. ✌🏼
@@singlewcheese6401 all religions started as a cult
nice scandroid pfp
@@dessappy Guess it's easier to bash, provoke or project something as "truth" bcuz u say so, rather than educating yourself. There are some sects of a religion that have branched out and become "cults" or cult-like, but ALL mainstream religions DID NOT start as cults. If u do your homework and still think so...maybe u have some personal experience or have just been "brainwashed" yourself. Either way, I hope u reach out and speak to someone who can educate u and correct your "ignorance" on the topic. Either way, I'll still say a prayer for you. 🙏🏽✌🏼
You two young men are incredible. God bless you. Keep making awesome stuff from your hearts and ALWAYS stay different.
I’m so glad you guys were able to interact with this family, and thank you for taking us on this experience.
“We can’t give them the best of everything - they’re here to see our culture, not the polished side of it.”
I love the honesty of that. They wanted to present their lives as realistic as possible to them
That's definitely in stark contrast to the veneer people put out on social media.
“Do you trust me?”
“Of course I do”
That’s a man that’s spent countless hours with that horse. He don’t trust you he trust his horse 😂
I bet he trusted those guys too. He'd already spent some time with them at that point and knew they weren't trying to cause any harm.
Hey Guys.. You gonna visit Sri Lanka.... Before that visit "Hitz Vibes".. Plan your vacation..
@@Che8t I think the question was meant to be "do you trust my horse driving abilities" and not "do you trust me not to intentionally cause you harm. Which is why Bob Barker said "he trusts his horse" lmao
Always crazy when you randomly check one of your comments and see it has 800+ likes
@@bobbarker142 yeah it does feel pretty wild
What a beautiful and honest experience shared by both sides. Thank you so much for going into this being super respectful and open-minded. This video caused me to tear up with the beautiful relationship formed by you and your host family ❤
The Amish are very kind and sweet people, here is central Illinois we have a large Amish community in the town of Auther and me and my family have been buying milk and eggs from them for years now. They are some of the nicest people I have ever met in my life.
"You guys know what brooms are?"
I love that question so much.
It's like you ask them if they know what a drone is. It shows that we all have to learn about other cultures and lifestyles.
no i think that was fkn sarcasm
Given how the younger generation is today, it could be a very real question, scary to think about..
I liked how free of judgement the question was. He wasn't going to think they were stupid if they didn't know and that's very kind.
@@Masterfighterx bro what does the "todays younger generation" have to do with the seperation of amish and standard groups of people misunderstanding eachother
He might think they would always use a vacuum
I live pretty close to Amish country and I've seen some interesting things. Once I saw a horse and buggy come to a complete stop at the stop sign, the young driver of the horse and buggy was absolutely passed out holding the reins! The horse not only took the man home but knew when and where to stop for traffic!! They love there horses and there very smart animals!
Horses have been self-driving since way before cars xD
@@ThallanarRabidtooth he's talking about how smart the horse is
I saw the exact same thing , but live nowhere close to Amish country . It was posted on UA-cam from a cop dash cam trying to pull the buggy over .
Horses do return to their barns, they're smart, but they say mules are more loyal..
@@grilledcheesehater44 I don't think you quite got the joke.
I absolutely love their community Growing up in PA its awesome to see almost how care free they are always enjoying life, and a great helping hand
I live about 40 mins from Lancaster PA. Thank you very much for shedding light on such community! The Amish are really great people!
Normally i hate people doing stuff like this but you guys were polite , enthusiastic , welcoming on both sides , i really hope you made some friends and didnt just use this as an opportunity to make some UA-cam money
Yeah, a lot of these channels don’t do it for a genuine reason. I don’t like seeing these communities basically “infiltrated, but our “normal” society! But if these guy’s had a genuine interest in the community, then that’s great!
If that's true it would be nice for a long variant
You are the exact person the amish dad was talking about bitterness. Even if they did this only for UA-cam money. The amish family really enjoyed the experience and the dad said he would remember that birthday forever. Stop being so selfish and letting your ego destroy a positive outcome because you WANT to be upset at something you have no idea is true or not.
Real talk
@@Silvuhh you didnt have to take it serious bruh, at this point your being overdramatic and DONT EVEN THINK ABOUT SAYING YOU""RE
Video's like these are the reason I search up "yes theory and seek discomfort" literally every single day, hoping to find an entirely new experience and world simply through a video. Coming into this one specifically I had never even heard about the Amish people and their culture, but I left with a treasurable lesson about them. Much respect and admiration towards EVERY yes theory member and for this one, Eric and tommy.
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Wow, where do you live not to have heard of the amish? That's actually pretty wild haha
@@NicholsMax Brazil
@@antoniowz7954 Ahhh okay, that makes sense
is this a second channel of yes theory?
I'm from this area and was literally driving down some of these roads earlier today! Was so fun to watch 😄 thanks for sharing my culture in such a beautiful, respectful way ❤
Are you also Amish?
Really touching. The importance of a great community❤ this taught me not to judge other cultures.
As someone with disabilities, hearing how the Amish care so much for disabled people warms my heart.
same I’m glad their cows are all stored nicely I hope they got their vaccinations 😂
@@ferretweasel6895 vaccines are the devils creation
That is a really positive thing. One huge disadvantage is the much higher prevalence of often crippling rare genetic diseases due to a higher rate of genetic mixing from inbreeding due to a much smaller pool of individuals within the communities.
Until you start thinking about why… it’s not exactly what you think it is.
A lot of inbreeding is why
This dad is so chill and cool, he let them into his house, fed them, taught them about amish life, many blessings from God and Jesus Christ to him
I imagine shunning technology they don’t follow the news much, but I’d still think they’d know that might be a bad idea. I’d always be concerned for my families safety.
@@joeydoherty368 Imagine being the happiest demography with lowest mental illness percentage in US.
@NorthernHeavyMetal they actually have similar rates of mental illness to the general population, but they have significantly less incidences of depression, which studies have attributed to the social support within their communities.
I recently bought a dog from a young Amish family, and they were so nice and kind and wholesome, and I found myself suddenly wanting to know more about them, and their culture, so I'm glad I stumbled upon your video, it answered some of my questions.
These People, seems so happy its awesome. No stress or hate, just beautiful!
"Keep that bluebird in your heart."
That was just beautiful. We should stop thinking these people are backwards or stupid. They are simple but often kind, and that's something many so-called "enlightened" individuals can learn from.
I don't know about wherever you're from, but here in the Midwest there's always been a strong respect for the Amish. They're incredibly kind, as well as being some of the best craftsmen this side of the Mississippi.
These folks are incredibly smart when it comes to business!
@@sandsquid1 what is that supposed to mean lmao
If you've ever considered buying fine wood furniture, consider buying Amish. All of the money is used better than the competition, and it's good stuff.
I've never met anyone who thinks poorly of the Amish. Maybe dumb TV shows do, so I'm glad so don't know what shows they are, or wasted any time watching them.
My buddies grandpa lived in rural Illinois and often helped the Amish farmers with their land and transportation into town. One day his cows got loose and it seemed like the whole Amish nation showed up on horseback to wrangle them in. They’re truly amazing and the most hardworking people I’ve ever seen.
😂🤣😂🤣
@@albertsadler4322 it’s the truth though 😂 I was astounded to say the least
glad to know even Darth Bane can count of the Amish
@@maximusd26 they are worthy 😈
@@darthbane6021 where at in il?
Thank you for sharing this. Recent circumstances had me really down. But watching this, being reminded to “keep the bluebird in my heart” helped me immensely.
I had not visited the Amish story over several weeks. Maybe I wasn't interested, but tonight I took the plunge. Thank you, YES THEORY and Tommy and Eric, for opening my eyes and my heart. What a lovely family who took you into their heart and their life. It was a splendid episode filled with love, some humour, and great respect for this special family. I shed tears for the beauty of their simplicity and love for community and each other. I hope they can read this, too, as I was so full of their generosity and love for the boys. You did yourself and your families proud. Thank you, YES THEORY.
Glad to finally see something accurate about the Amish. I don’t blame them for having reservations after things like “Amish mafia” and other garbage. As much as I love tech, I also hate it and I completely get where they’re coming from - it’s removed a lot of human contact. They’re really great people.
Agreed 💯
I would love to live the Amish life. I have wanted to for the past 35 years. My husband makes fun of me for it and he grew up just outside Lancaster County, Pa.
@@NA-gf1zy I believe you may be right with that.
i see where you're coming from there, but i'd argue that technology has enhanced human contact more than removed it. it's allowed for friendships and relationships to form across the world as well as be a platform to share so many ideas with all of humanity
@@NA-gf1zy exactly I live 20 minutes from Lancaster and that's how every Amish I met explained it to me
I went from thinking i don't want to ever live like amish people to figuring out that their lives is what i always dreamed of living. Free from time wasting technology and a happy life in general with amazing people around you.
That's the great cosmic joke. We think they're the backwards ones, when it's been us the entire time.
I am lucky to have Amish neighbors & they're the most giving, kind, helpful ppl. During a thunderstorm a few yrs ago, a huge tree hit our home & did some damage. They were the 1st to show up & help with removing the tree & doing repairs. They truly are some of the best ppl.
@@alexbonus1072 in reality, cosmically speaking, there isn't such a thing as "being backwards". Honestly, the most backwards part of our existence was the part where we gained apposable thumbs, started walking upright, and learned to use tools.
I liked the idea of Amish but people but after watching this video they now sicken me.
@@chucknutly3290 any specifc why this video made you feel that way about them?
This is a great video. You can tell there’s so much respect for both ways of living from both sides. Honestly this vid warmed my heart.
Wow this was so amazing! Been watching a few Amish documentaries recently, as you do. But this families lifestyle seems like the dream, it would be nice if communities offered this as a retreat sort of thing. Because it really is beautiful. I feel your either all for technology or not, I don’t think there can be a in between, social media is a good thing when used right but can be really damaging. Well done guys! Great watch
Amish have their own insurance policy, each household in their community gives a certain percent of their income to a insurance cash pool. If someone has an emergency they are given what they need. They are a very friendly community. Just imagine how nice a world it would be if everyone was amish/ Mennonite, or just acted the same. You just had a tree fall on your car and your neighbor immediately offers to help. Thanks for the likes!!
That's how Insurance is actually supposed to work. Where Insurance companies for things like Cars and Health just take everyone's money, and they try as hard as possible to cheat you out care you need when you need the insurance. That's not even insurance, that's fraud.
Like an emergency relief fund, I like that.
That’s so interesting. Thx for sharing that info.
Well morally yes , but technically no
yea just imagine how great the world would be if we just removed all diversity
Pennsylvania born & raised. I love the Amish folks, they’re the most dedicated, hard working individuals.
As European from the Balkans i can only tell you keep Pennsylvania as it is!!
and don’t get me started on the incredible food!!
JESUS CHRIST is LORD; He alone is God. turn away from your sins, seek the LORD God with all your heart and your soul and believe in the Gospel: for God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son [to die a horrible death of crucifixion so that, if saved, His death would be the Atoning Sacrifice necessary for our salvation.]
3 days later... the LORD Yeshua raised from the dead, conquering both sin and death. Hallelu Yah.
I’m from Venango and they are everywhere. They are responsible for much of the construction and manual labor locally. We also have a family that lets us have their unused wood for campfires. Great people.
Pennsylvania born & raised in the filed is where I spent most of my days. -Kaylin
What a experience!!! It is so nice to see young people like you interested in other's people culture and life style. Also, how amazing this Amish family have taken you in their home! WOW! So uplifting. Congratulations guys! you NAILED it!
I absolutely love the Amish! I grew up around New Wilmington, PA, which is also known as "Amish country." Meanwhile, my dad grew up in Lancaster, PA! Growing up, I rode horses, and we would always visit the Amish for the horses trimming, food, or supplies. Even became good friends with an Amish family. Sweetest people around!
One of the many stereotypes is Amish people being complacent and content with what they are doing. Elam was able to show us that he is just as curious as the Yes Theory crew. It was remarkable.
nice to see these fundamentalists in a positive light. alahu akbar!
I used to be Amish and I absolutely love what you guys are doing. This was down to the line ACCURATE!! I CAN'T TELL YOU HOW ACCURATE THIS IS!!!! Although the cell phones and stuff aren't that accurate in the area where I grew up but it varies.
And here you are using the internet for a meme pic
@@travisscott6287 The hint was the words 'used to be'
Did you miss the pure and simple amish "delicacies" wink wink?
Marcus do they give you a choice to leave at a certain age?
@@travisscott6287 Yes I am! I'm not very Amish at all anymore. You couldn't even guess that I once was Amish.
This was better than most Amish shows I have seen on tv. Very well done. These guys didn't get near the experience of the actual work involved with being Amish and there is a huge community that wouldn't let them film but an awesome vid regardless.
“It’s not the best choice To carry resentment, because bitterness, it will destroy the vessel in which in carried. It will eat through (it).”
Okay, do y’all realize that wasn’t a quote by Marilyn Monroe, or Mark Twain? Those incredibly, wise words were spoken from Samuels heart. An amazing, Amish husband and father. It’s not like he sat up in bed the night before etching in this notebook how that would sound good. He literally spoke those words off of the top of his head by simply verbalize his reals for his morals and values. And that, my friends, is beautiful!
It is a biblical wisedom... that bitterness destroys.
Funny you mention Twain, Samuel might have been making an allusion to the Mark Twain quote, “Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured.” The similarities of the quotes is fascinating!
It's a good quote but I've heard it many times down here
@@CoolCommando123 Great quote
I do not know why, but I teared up in this video. Maybe its because of the raw perspective of life. The abundance of happiness, the presence of laughter and camaraderie. Truly a remarkable experience. Thank you for this!
JESUS CHRIST is LORD; He alone is God. turn away from your sins, seek the LORD God with all your heart and your soul and believe in the Gospel: for God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son [to die a horrible death of crucifixion so that, if saved, His death would be the Atoning Sacrifice necessary for our salvation.]
3 days later... the LORD Yeshua raised from the dead, conquering both sin and death. Hallelu Yah.
Myself, as well. I feel you.
Me too. I loved this family. Something about them, their warm welcome to these two, it made me tear up too.
personally i think that this level of religious indoctrination and borderline extremism is abusive. No child should have to grow up into religion, let along one as strict as this one and others similar in strictness
@@stale.baguette oh please, we all grow up with indoctrination into something, and our parents are the perpetrators of it. That's not bad or good, that's literally how culture works...just because it's different then your lifestyle doesn't mean it's bad, and Amish literally give their children a choice of whether to continue in the life or not, they are not forced into it. You sound like you're very angry
awww, such a wholesome video, and the family was super nice! glad to see people like you two doing this type of videos.
My family lives in lancaster/bird-in-hand/intercourse, PA and my whole family has been going to that area since I was an infant. We have been close with many amish families for generations and my siblings and I have spent days playing and working on amish farms, in buggies, etc. It is unheard to share on the internet, so this video is interesting. But I wouldn't say that this is the first time this has ever been done! The Amish community is so welcoming and wonderful!
I feel the media forgets that being Amish isn’t always a cult. There are so many cults where technology is rejected and everything is based on tradition on religion. Amish people use what they need but like the challenge of living without. As someone who’s grown to love hard work and the outdoors, I feel more and more like taking that as an example for my life and only use what is beneficial.
It is too broad to generalize. The Amish encompass a vast array of different communities, of which some have some unethical standards, whereas others not so much. Although, there are quite a few Amish communities known for harboring very cult-like tactics for maintaining their community and their religion. Those are the communities which tend to get sensationalized more frequently on television for obvious reasons.
People when Emily wants to become an anarchist and abandon technology to live an self sustainable eco friendly lifestyle :😍😍😍😍
People when the Amish do the same thing: 🤬🤬🤬🤬
@@azure6892 I do not think the issue is abandoning technology and living a self sustainable eco-friendly life so much as the excessive religious radicalism that manifests in many of these groups. Like I said, it is too broad to generalize, though some of the communities do present in some very cult-luke manners, and they tend to be quite hostile towards apostates, LGBT+ people, and in some cases, people with certain disabilities. For some of the groups, a child can be abandoned and shunned by their own family if they present with the above traits (though can be more complicated for certain conditions and/or disabilities).
@@jennosyde709 are you someone named Carmen Bleshoy by any chance? If you are stop ignoring me on Instagram and tell your brother to unblock me.
@@azure6892 No. I am not.
This video is what youtube for me is all about: getting to know people and their way of living without hate or judgement. Thank you so much for this video! It was beautiful.
@silkyworm I have something in my eyes.
@@just-another-guy i think i might too
Thomas Edison, the inventor of the movies felt the same way. He wanted videos that educated people about life on earth.
I agree with this too.
Yes it was… there should be more content like this ❣️❣️❣️
Wow!!!! This video was amazing and emotional! tears came to my eyes for the lightness and tranquility of these people. I would like to be a little more like them. Thank you for sharing!
Pretty amazing that within such a short time that strangers become family -and giving a glimpse of the huge heart these people have for eachother. Seek Discomfort…
The pain of leaving this loving family must of been hard, they looked so kind and full of positivity.
JESUS CHRIST is LORD; He alone is God. turn away from your sins, seek the LORD God with all your heart and your soul and believe in the Gospel: for God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son [to die a horrible death of crucifixion so that, if saved, His death would be the Atoning Sacrifice necessary for our salvation.]
3 days later... the LORD Yeshua raised from the dead, conquering both sin and death. Hallelu Yah.
@@inactiveuser555 get a life
Imagine not having any connection to the outside world so all the stress is basic life stress. Food, shelter, and standard social discourse.
Most people leave Amish living because of mistreatment and polygamy but it’s still a beauty of cult we
@@minecraftchickable its not a cult, and polygamy is normal in many parts of the world. Plus, mistreatment happens everywhere... you just dont see "I left society because I lost my job, got taxed to shit, became homeless and then unemployable, and then became a drug addict to cope with it" or "I came back from the middle-east after serving my country, got zero benefits from the government and couldnt cope with my PTSD, turned to alcoholism, lost my job and family, became homelss, then left society" videos on youtube, because those things are a normal part of 'our' lives as 'modern people', you cant just "leave" when bad things happen to you unlike what some amish folk do when they fall on rough times.
Elam and his family represent everything a Christian should be. He is truly free in mind, body, and spirit. May God bless that family until the end of time.
100%
Hello, not like I am denying anything but I just want to know, what makes you believe in God I simply don't see a point and I think there is way more proof that any God doesn't exist rather than he does
@@ihate_my_life god is a social construct. we're just energy and atoms
@@ethrboy im also holding to a statement that god was actually made up answer and also that if there was no religion we'd be like 400 years ahead in terms of technology and I am looking for answer, "why?"
@Daan Sonneveld Hey, thank you for your answer and effort you put in it! But I will have another one. Fact you stated that you believe in God is fine actually it is more of a perspective or phylosophical view but why Christianity? In my eyes Church is rather an institution rather than actual representation of heaven. So can I please go deeper into your understanding?
it's so touching to see people living harmoniously with people and nature
Very enjoyable to watch. What a nice family to allow you to share their lives with us.
As someone with Amish family, this meant more to their family than you could imagine. Thank you for being wonderful humans.
wait…
are you considering amish too? or like do you just have family members?
@@anaya6029 just family members!