Abstract:

In America the Amish actively puts its religious ideas into effect, upholding its traditional values and stubbornly rejecting invades of modernity. Its firm religious faith, distinct group logo and flexible living strategy make its peopl e keep a subtle balance when they are attacked from both the traditional and the modern. In this way they have greatly protected their traditional culture in highly develop ed America and shared a wealth of modern material civilization without infecting ma ny evils of modern society.

Key words: American immigrant, Amish, diverse culture, modernization