High Inbreeding
While the Amish don’t marry their cousins on purpose, there still is a high chance of inbreeding in their communities. Since their communities in Amish country as so small, they don’t have much choice when they have to marry another Amish person.
High Inbreeding
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No Recruits
Another interesting thing about the Amish is that they don’t believe in evangelism. They have a history of isolation from the modern world and shunning non-members. So it’s no surprise that the Amish don’t try to recruit. Even the most enthusiastic fans of the Amish can’t become members of the church.
No Recruits