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   Rum·spring·a

   /ˈro͞omˌSHpriNGə/

   

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   • 1. (in some Amish communities) a period of adolescence in which boys and girls are given greater personal freedom and allowed to form romantic relationships, usually ending with the choice of baptism into the church or leaving the community.

   Word Origin from Pennsylvania German, literally ‘to run around’.

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2. • Rite of passage during adolescence

     • Rumspringa (Pennsylvania German pronunciation: [ˈrʊmˌʃprɪŋə]), also spelled Rumschpringe or Rumshpringa, is a rite of passage during adolescence, translated from originally Palatine German and other Southwest German dialects to English as "jumping or hopping around", used in some Amish communities.
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   Rumspringa (Pennsylvania German pronunciation: [ˈrʊmˌʃprɪŋə]), also spelled Rumschpringe or Rumshpringa, is a rite of passage during adolescence, translated from originally Palatine German and other Southwest German dialects to English as "jumping or hopping around", used in some Amish communities.

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   What happens during rumspringa?

   • Sometimes during Rumspringa, Amish youth become rebellious and disregard Amish beliefs and values. To the embarrassment of some church leaders, some youth may frequent bars, attend movies and go to the beach. In 1998, two youths going through Rumspringa, were arrested for buying cocaine and reselling it to their Amish friends.

   What is Rumspringa? - The Amish Schoolhouse

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   What is Rumspringa in Amish culture?

   • What is Rumspringa? Rumspringa is a period of freedom when youth are suspended between 2 worlds: the control of their parents and the supervision of the church. Sixteen is the traditional age when Amish youth begin Rumspringa. In this “running around period,” youth’s social life is more independent from the rest of their family.

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   What are Rumspringa activities?

   • As opposed to a sinful exploration of the world, typical Rumspringa activities are much tamer. They may include attending church singings, participating in games and activities with the Amish call a “buddy bunch” or “gang” (Amish-used terms for youth group) and of course, dating.

   Rumspringa & Amish Youth (Myths & Realities) - Amish America

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   What is Rumspringa (Rumshpringa)?

   • The term Rumspringa has gained much attention through Amish romance novels and shows, sparking curiosity among observers who wonder how much of what they hear and watch about the Amish is true. So hopefully today I can answer some of your questions about Amish youth and Rumspringa (Rumshpringa).

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5. amishamerica.com › what-is-rumspringaRumspringa & Amish Youth (Myths & Realities) - Amish America

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   Aug 23, 2010 · Rumspringa is the term for the adolescent stage of Amish life, when youth explore their identity, socialize, and date. Learn about the myths and realities of Rumspringa, its purpose, activities, and how it ends.

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   Rumspringa is a period of growth and exploration for some Amish youths before they decide to join the church. It involves less restrictions, more freedom, and various behaviours, from social to risky, depending on the individual and the community.

7. www.cnn.com › us › amish-people-rumspringa-explained-cecThe Amish tradition of Rumspringa: Here’s what people get ...

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   May 10, 2024 · The word “Rumspringa” itself is of Pennsylvania German origin, borrowing from the German word “ herumspringen ,” which means “to run/jump around.” The rite of Rumspringa starts for teens...

8. amishschoolhouse.com › what-is-rumspringaWhat is Rumspringa? - The Amish Schoolhouse

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   Rumspringa is a time when Amish teens are not bound by their parents' or church's rules, and can explore the outside world. They may engage in various activities, such as singings, sports, or partying, and decide whether to join the church or not.

9. ohiosamishcountry.com › articles › the-traditionalThe traditional Amish youth period of Rumspringa | Ohio's ...

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   Rumspringa is the time when Amish teens are not under their parents' or church's authority and can explore the world. They may join singings, date, and decide if they want to join the church.

10. amish-heritage.org › amish-rumspringa-amish-youthAmish Rumspringa (Amish Teenagers) - Amish Heritage

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    Rumspringa is simply a period of time when Old Order Amish teenagers (16 and up), who are not yet church members, are allowed to explore the modern world before deciding whether they want to permanently join the Amish church.