What is Rumspringa? Rumspringa is the term used to describe the period of adolescence Amish young people go through starting at age 16. Rumspringa has often been covered in books and films – to varying degrees of accuracy.
There are many misconceptions about Rumspringa. Let’s have a look at what actually happens during Rumspringa and answer some common questions about this important period of Amish life.
What does Rumspringa mean?
Rumspringa Myths
Purpose of Rumspringa
Amish Youth Groups
Amish Dating during Rumspringa
Amish Drug Bust (1998)
An Amish father’s words on Rumspringa
When does Rumspringa end?
Rumspringa FAQ
Rumspringa Meaning
Rumspringa literally means “running around” in the Pennsylvania Dutch language spoken by Amish. When speaking of the period in English, Amish are more apt to describe their youth as “running around” rather than, say, “being in Rumspringa” or some similar description.
Common myths about Rumspringa
The following are all common misconceptions about the Amish & Rumspringa. While there are always exceptions and individual examples, these ideas are for the most part incorrect.
Amish youth leave home to live in the city – Most Amish live at home while adolescents.
Amish parents encourage their youth to “break the rules” – Amish parents, like any other, want their children to behave morally.
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