Amana Colonies
Definition
The Amana Colonies were seven villages in Iowa, established by German Pietists during the mid-19th century. They lived a communal lifestyle with strict religious observance and self-sufficiency.
Analogy
Think of the Amana Colonies as a tightly-knit sports team where everyone has their role, follows the coach's (or religion's) rules strictly, and works together for the success of the team (or community).
Related terms
Pietism: An influential movement within Lutheranism that combines its emphasis on biblical doctrine with the Reformed emphasis on individual piety and living a vigorous Christian life.
Communal Society: A society where all property is owned by the community and each person contributes and receives according to their abilities and needs.
Self-Sufficiency: The state of not requiring any aid, support, or interaction for survival; it is used here to refer to communities that are able to produce all they need without external assistance.
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