#29: They Use Modern Medicine
While their rejection of electricity and most modern technologies is well-known, the Amish believe in the value of contemporary medicine. They don’t hesitate to seek medical care in modern offices or hospitals when necessary. Their reasoning is clear: no biblical decree exists against receiving medical treatment, allowing them to embrace this aspect of the modern world.
Preferentially, the Amish gravitate towards holistic, homemade remedies, aligning with their cherished principles of simplicity and self-reliance. However, they willingly turn to medical professionals in times of urgency or when nature’s remedies prove insufficient. It’s worth noting that the only exception to their acceptance of modern medicine lies in the realm of birth control, a practice staunchly opposed.