[AtLast]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

Thanks, AtLast.

Just to clarify...

What I meant to say is that CNN last night indicated that to the Amish having their beard cut is a violation that cuts to their very core, in the same way that a severe trauma (such as rape), does for people. That wasn't a direct quote from an Amish person, however.

I believe that in the link John Shaft posted an Amish man was quoted as saying that he would rather be beaten black and blue than have his beard cut.

Being aware of the above is why this case has created some anger in me and a lot of empathy for the victims.

I see- and what you were thinking.