Discovering Mennonite Culture | Oh My God | Parable

There are over 2 million Mennonites, yet their beliefs and cultures are commonly misunderstood. Not to be confused with the Amish, Mennonites live without modern conveniences, drive horse and buggies and worship in their own devout yet simple ways. Join Tevya as he goes off the grid into a world where technology is taboo and life is humble. Can this city boy survive a cattle auction, farming by hand and a quilting circle?
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[@rockerdax]

If you look up "patronizing" in the dictionary, you'd find a photo of this host.

[@SanCreatividad-pd1pf]

Very true.

[@grndhg86d]

Definitely NOT a good representative of adult human.

[@Thisisaline]

This guy's so dang cringey that it took me less than 3 minutes in to check what the comments had to say about him.. I see I was not wrong

[@RebeccaJayne5x5]

Same, except I went for bloody annoying as opposed to cringey! I almost had to click off the video!!

[@ilkka4716]

@@RebeccaJayne5x5 I had to. 😑

[@karlstine2065]

I thought it was just me.

[@jeremyfondo4320]

This host is an insult to education. They finally agree to an interview and this is who they get, I wouldn't blame them if they never gave another one.

[@KM-hw6tw]

Exactly. D-bag of the year nominee.

[@upgrayeddnotsure9994]

I was thinking the same thing what a jackass

[@Keys879]

Semitic D-Bag. No surprise.

[@jaygold4467]

Exactly. What an ungodly evil individual. Disgraceful.

[@DanielDaniel-ou4bn]

Agree with u

[@nhamilton9537]

The host demonstrates most amply that the Outside world breeds immaturity and foolishness.. thus in a "back-handed manner proves that it is better to live "off-grid" and away from the Outside as much as possible.

[@endtimesareuponus8930]

That's Americans for you. Very RUDE

[@jant3528]

Yeah. That car key joke was just … 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@Kimberley42]

The host/presenter just comes across as disrespectful and rude. Getting in their personal space, asking dumb questions and the chap who was asked to sing a hymn was obviously uncomfortable being asked to do so.

[@rogerroth8155]

He ruined it for all of us. Very arrogant !

[@endtimesareuponus8930]

@@rogerroth8155 that's Americans for you

[@martinaandersson8352]

Being disrespectful is not funny

[@rosemadder5547]

It can be

[@morganvillas6436]

@@rosemadder5547 ok so let someone disrespect you and laugh about it.

[@change8048]

@RBR you have an evil heart.

[@arthurstulo]

@@rosemadder5547 like to meet you

[@fuzzymaiden1]

Yeah he was being kind of disrespectful.. but he was not AWARE that he was being disrespectful.. hes a city guy..

[@janwest5627]

This narrator is not respectful of the people and their way of life.

[@jokat288]

Agreed. But please note the quilting lady with the fly swatter. I grew up in the Mennonite culture. That is precisely what my grandmother would have done.

[@teddycooke8145]

18:33 the women gets revenge for the town

[@coolbro6969]

seriously

[@eml3077]

I think he's just trying to be entertaining and be a placeholder for the "average idiot" who doesn't understand certain religions or cultures

[@Kneißle]

As a Mennonite, I alternately cringed and was amused. I don't think he's trying to be disrespectful; just totally clueless of the culture. Interesting video.

[@steve4bees935]

I wish you would have talked more about their faith. Because it is what they believe that truly defines them...

[@travissharon1536]

I'm gonna try to join. I can't handle the temptations of the world. I hope it works out.

[@Volleyball_Chess_and_Geoguessr]

They don't take vows as it says in the bible, and focus on there being two kingdoms, the kingdom of this world and the kingdom of God. Because of this, they don't vote or hold public office. They see church community as very important. They also strongly believe in non-resistance (no war). Other than these things, they seem similar to baptists, but are arminian not calvinist.

[@steve4bees935]

Romans, I am very familiar with them. I would not call them Armenian or Calvinistic. Yes much like baptists, and that's because what became the baptists were heavily influenced by Mennonites in Belgium. The video just didn't go into much about their beliefs. And missed the boat because of this.

[@Volleyball_Chess_and_Geoguessr]

@@steve4bees935 What would be their beliefs if not Armenian or Calvinistic? I only know the mennonite church I go to.

[@danieljames1884]

I was raised Mennonite, grew up in St. Jacobs, and know some of the people in this documentary. In fact, my first home was on one of the farms in this program. Unfortunately, Tevya seems afraid/unable to engage with the Mennonite community as equals in this program. I'm not sure what's happened in his life to make him feel that this style of inquiry is informative or respectful. I hope, Tevya, that if ever someone chooses to investigate your history, belief system, and lifestyle they will take you seriously. You deserve that. So do we.

[@MoonPhaze5]

Right on Daniel James. Many walking in Christ are treated with little to no respect. That goes with the territory, my friend. Blessings of peace. 🙏💛

[@rogerroth8155]

He is very disrespectful in his demeanor . This is not the way you behave around a new culture of people who are opening up to you Tevya

[@fabiansundrue7078]

are your people and Amish are same..... just asking?

[@danieljames1884]

Many differences, many similarities, and shared roots. Thank you for asking@@fabiansundrue7078

[@landgsmith]

This dude is just down right disrespectful

[@DexxxxT]

Hey guys, the Mennonites finally agree for an interview! Let's send them our gayest jewish reporter

[@joggersunited1708]

Dude that was exactly what I was thinking

[@CinziaD123]

I lost my sip of coffee on that one! LOL Nicely done 😊

[@chickennuggetscoon6900]

The narrator is the ultimate chad we all wish to avoid.

[@miminess6333]

Don't be mean, then you are the ultimate chad we all wish to avoid.

[@matthewlucic4950]

Giga Chad

[@janeprescott7381]

Hahahaha

[@janesna7953]

This presenter didn't have to mess up the singing by giving his own terrible tune, didn't have to criticise the smell of the auction house...

[@Dwynfal]

This is the second program of this series that I *try* to watch. It will be the last. I'm an atheist but I find religion very interesting and am curious to learn more. Playing the disrespectful, bumbling idiot is really annoying and does no one any good.

[@northshore1000]

I thought it was just me! I just left a Comment that I had to stop the video, because the host was too irritating. Then read the Comments and found others couldn’t take it, either.

[@Guineapigsreadingbooks]

Hey! I admire your openness. Sadly I probably can't offer you any new information, as I am a Christian, the religion most known for shoving itself in other people's faces. But if you do want some information from a liberal lesbian christian, my offer stands. I will try to be less obnoxious.

[@landgsmith]

Agreed

[@jackfoot1257]

I'm praying for you. I believe that this curiosity and respect is God drawing you! And just remember " who the son sets free will be free indeed"

[@northshore1000]

Got a little over 4 minutes into video, but had to turn it off. The host, his attempts at humor, are too irritating.

[@coryc8819]

I think hez hilarious 😆

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

The man is rather immature and rude.

[@coffin_king_1897]

I made it to 3:56 and had to turn it off. I was extremely interested in seeing a good documentary on the Mennonite community but this host is unbearable.

[@joakimblomqvist7229]

@3:30 me... unbearable is the word!

[@robertdesantis6205]

I left at 8 seconds. 😢

[@dynamo6796]

The interviewer needs to be more respectful to the people and their ways. Quit making dumb jokes your a guest.

[@tiberiu_nicolae]

This guy is disrespectful and overall an awful interviewer.

[@mythicachan-heung617]

I agree with many of the comments here. I'm grateful to the Mennonite Community in St. Jacobs for opening up to do this documentary (I'm an atheist), but I wish the host stopped all those disrespectful and mocking comments. I cringed so much and couldn't watch the whole thing in one sitting. Especially in Canada, where we embrace diversity, this is unacceptable. Kudos to all those who were interviewed and responded to his questions nicely and seriously, making this documentary more informative.

[@smokeythebear1633]

The host is absolutely awful, please lose this guy he ruins what should be an interesting documentary

[@FG95music]

Thousand times asked“how come, how come“🤦🏻‍♂️

[@nivechandran]

He is pain in the neck

[@miminess6333]

Nasty Smokey, if you don't like him don't watch him. I think is his channel.

[@karynward6205]

Right, so the presenter visits a Mennonite community wearing cammo pattern pants and a brown t-shirt, both with overt military styling overtones. Hmmm. Not exactly respectful and open-minded, never mind the sarcasm that also comes through with his comments.

[@user-sm2ko4kv1l]

guess the menonites saw a vivid reason for staying out of society

[@wendydania4899]

Be respectful when someone is allowing you in their community to help YOU understand their religion. The interviewer isn’t funny he’s just disrespectful. No matter the religion always respect it.

[@mizomint4197]

This guy is arrogant annoying and rude... The way he grew up explains a lot.

[@NycCuban]

They seem like very nice people

[@WillShackAttack]

4:08 "Is this a Bible?" "No, that's just a handbook." How sheltered do you have to be to mistake a handbook for a Bible???

[@philipargo]

it's a hymn book, actually. You misheard him.

[@janeprescott7381]

No, it's like an owners manual for life for humans.

[@empressspace8110]

I'm guilty at laughing way to hard at the quilt lady hitting him in the head bec of the fly lol 😂

[@lightbluesky1025]

The interviewer is just trying too hard… it came across as an arrogant and ignorant person. However it’s hilarious when the quilt lady smacked his hat to kill the flies.

[@cnewt4133]

It’s a little amusing that so many people stopped watching because of the host. If they would have watched the end they would have seen the host gets smacked a couple times by a quilter. Lol. Was there really a fly? 🤭

[@rollandjoeseph]

Was this guy born yesterday? How embarrassing 😳

[@HomesteadTessie]

As a Mennonite I found this very offensive how the narrator acted

[@johnruggiero3366]

I don't blame you!!I agree!!

[@jamiepayton8490]

Oh my God is blasphemy. If your going to be in tgese surroundings don't do that. He acts like a child.

[@jamiepayton8490]

@Elena of Avalon He should just not do religion of any kind. He's not cut out for ANYTHING of a sensitive nature and that's alot of subjects. It's not cute at all.

[@ekususg]

You could've showed more respect to the Mennonites. Shame on you!!!!

[@xlynz69]

That woman at the end of the video was so wholesome reminded me of grandma when she hit you with the fly swatter😂

[@janeprescott7381]

Menonites are thrilling to me. So intelegent and simple.

[@endtimesareuponus8930]

Not simple. Worldly.

[@tonyhaywood-biles4949]

thank you for the opportunity to learn about you and your faith

[@StarreLabell]

There are so many different denominations of Mennonites that all have some differences. I met a liberal Mennonite couple that drove to my state to pick up a puppy. The husband wore normal men's clothing while his wife wore an old fashioned dress and bonnet. I asked if they lived without electricity, like the Amish, and they told me they were allowed to have electricity. I think the ones in America may be more liberal. I also wish this video had concentrated on their religious beliefs, that's what interests me most.

[@markmanzo6711]

The host was horrible, was there nobody else available that day?

[@qtown90]

What is this guys intention who made this video?🤔

[@Luke-Emmanuel]

This was beautiful. They live happily and real. And in a lovely place. They eat the best food I’m sure too.

[@juliecarter905]

Where can I order Menonite supplies and goods online

[@lifelovewisdomchannjalloh8080]

When the host said he was Jewish, I see why he was too arrogant and disrespectful

[@Lexi-vp5kk]

No need to be anti-Semitic. Let's just learn about all cultures and keep an open mind.

[@CDN0128]

Terrible interviewer.

[@joggersunited1708]

Leave it to a Jew to try and make a mockery of faithful people

[@3rd3ye.mp3]

WHAT LMFAO

[@joggersunited1708]

@@3rd3ye.mp3 the person doing this interview is a Jew and is bashing their community

[@janefromthecountry1820]

Thanks to the two young men who allowed filming. I heard there are different strains of Mennonites.

[@upgrayeddnotsure9994]

Strains like a virus

[@janeprescott7381]

I'd refer to them as chapters.

[@StarreLabell]

Denominations 😊

[@ybunnygurl]

There are different Mennonite churches these are old order Mennonites there's also more modern orders and then there is the modern Mennonite Church. Modern Mennonites are just like any other church... But they're still pretty plain on the inside and you still generally cover your hair when you're a woman when you go to church but outside of church nope.

[@johnruggiero3366]

the guy doing the interview is so rude and disrespectful!!!!! Im suprized they even talked to him!!!

[@HermitagePrepper]

I believe that these fine people are perhaps the some of the heartiest and toughest people. Their life style appears very resilient and would likely survive great hardship.

[@endtimesareuponus8930]

No. They're pampered too. Wish they weren't. Their ancestors were better

[@irishopman7246]

what a lot of disrespect of the narrator, Like with the quilt But I love the lady on the end, swatting him like a fly!

[@Christine-rp8gy]

When thr middle age woman hit his head that is I've waiting for😂so disrespectful host i ever watched in this channel👊

[@rosaspanjol673]

You are rude and disrespectful…. I am surprised they kept talking to you.

[@nickiestovall8832]

That guy singing was so sweet. The interviewer was kind of rude. Not sweet

[@cbaymult9411]

Narrators voice so lame

[@jackhackett80]

Not all Mennonites live without electricity

[@jfdc8402]

The interviewer forgot he is within the heavenly people not hellish world he was from.

[@FreeAssange_]

Show some respect and be less arrogant. Edit: And learn some manners.

[@FirstNationNameBeliever-215]

The Mennonites share a similar lifestyle tradition with that of the First Nations People before and after colonization. Indigenous individuals had a mix of Catholic and Anglican influences alongside their native cultures, resulting in a lifestyle that closely resembled that of Mennonites. Sometimes, I find myself wishing for someone who embraces the "oneness doctrine" and lives that lifestyle, although such an individual has not emerged yet. While I don't personally align with Mennonite doctrines, I wholeheartedly appreciate their fresh and beautiful lifestyle, which resonates with my own beliefs. Their emphasis on living off the land, sharing resources, minimizing waste, and embracing a diligent work ethic are aspects of their lifestyle that I deeply admire. Combining the Mennonite lifestyle with the doctrines of Oneness apostolic beliefs, while also adopting an off-grid approach to the world, would indeed create a truly ideal scenario, often referred to as "The Apostleship." This concept involves embracing only the Mennonite lifestyle and adhering solely to the Oneness Apostolic doctrines. Sincerely, - First Nation Name Believer

[@mukbangmakeupnailsandhobbi9059]

Mennonites are very interesting

[@stressfreemusicforthesoul592]

i think the host is disrespectful in some ways, he talks too much

[@DarkMirria1]

Apparently my dads family is/was Mennonite but whenever I ask for details nobody wants to give a me an explanation about it. A detailed one anyways.

[@Bennifm]

Same, only my mother's side were Mennonite. If you dig deep enough, you may find your relative(s) have been shunned. My maternal grandfather was shunned for marrying outside of the faith (English). No records of him exist beyond his marriage and death certificates.

[@beauleandre]

The most disrespectful guy ive seen

[@Sky-jq4xs]

This was awesome... thank you!

[@Jarrodjohn2007]

I made it 3 min and 18 seconds into this before I couldn't take the interviewer anymore. He's a living example of the adage _"the phony is the last one to realize that everyone knows he's a phony."_ The guy is disrespectful, sanctimonious, and frivolous.

[@Angela-ep9pm]

The use of the Lord’s name in vain written across the screen between segments was just unbelievably disrespectful. He was bringing dishonor to the name of the God these people consider (and who is) holy God Almighty. What a way to show appreciation to a group of sweet people who were willing to allow into their lives for the purpose of your documentary.

[@guanoApe]

Dude had a Toyota corolla seat on his horse drawn plow

[@qtown90]

Follow Peter Santanello he is better dude to follow to see videos of other communities

[@uriahroseii1026]

If they were smart, they wouldn't let the likes of you anywhere near them.

[@gabriel24br]

More respect needed from this guy, 👎

[@OblateSpheroid]

They’re probably right in doing so.

[@albertalfred6564]

very rude and disrespectful

[@bethhelminiak5063]

He's cringey, but I think its really from a place on curiosity and ignorance, not from a place of willful crappiness

[@belindamoore3518]

Yeah.....I think he really wanted to know and understand the Mennonites but it came across as rude and condescending.

[@jeymeena]

I thought he took a child like curious approach

[@75egcg]

The host was so horrible he went into the middle of Albany and everyone chose to be Mennonite

[@WatZ-In-Ur-Head]

I tried to watch out of genuine interest. I stopped watching as I was so offended at the utter lack of respect displayed towards the Mennonites.

[@andyjohnson5571]

Holmes County, Ohio is the Center of the Amish world.

[@vangamba1073]

The narrator... is is is.. 😣

[@PickleToothpaste]

What?

[@colejackz]

This dude is sooo disrespectful why does he think this is a joke.

[@martamariotto1181]

"It's so gross it's so gross!!!" ..... But you will still go back to your burgers and cheeses, won't you?

[@robmullin1128]

Most Mennonites in the United States drive cars but still dress like very conservatively. It is the Amish who drive horse and buggy’s there in the states.

[@Tory-zp3dw]

He’s a bit rude to these hard working people. Add condescending as well.

[@livingreverence8739]

Very disrespectful, as a beachy amish mennonite this was very insulting, expecting the boy to sing in front of the host was very embarrassing and you tell him he is horrible

[@vickiewallace415]

Not a fan of this narrator...

[@pamelamckenzie2685]

Nature people I love their life and looking at them so peaceful living a simple happy life its all good love the video

[@eml3077]

Why was this hilarious??? Lost it with the bad singing

[@yunisara6753]

Hard to watch how disrespectful this guy is while doing the interview

[@tommysypher7562]

so disrespectful

[@lkfleeroy6218]

Weird how Ontario Mennonites don’t speak German like Manitoban ones do, but rather seems to be more comfortable with English!

[@frankp4728]

Why do some people think just because you follow are certain Strict Doctrine of Life Style. They are better then all of us. Listen folks. I live on Amish & Mennonite Country. I'm from a so called Minority group but I'm also a Vietnam Veteran 71 years old. I did 20 years in the Military okay. I have a personal Philosophy. " You do your thing and I do my thing" but Don't judge me because of my Culture. These two groups of People do just that. If I take my wife to the clinic they all give me this second look " what are you doing in my Space"?. I respect all people and I never ever judge anyone because of greed color or religion. I don't care. These people the Mennonite & Amish practice a form of Insecurities of who are they? What do they want? Why are there Here? Why are they speaking a strange language? Why they dress like that? It goes on and on and on. Trust and Love and Empathy is Not in their Hearts. Okay. Let's leave it there. One thing I know. I do have Love & Empathy in My Heart. Long Live The Republic.

[@Angela-ep9pm]

The host is just a little too precious for me.

[@johnten1264]

Country living 101, I love it 🤗

[@Anthony_in_Bloomington_Indiana]

Sunday, June 19, 2022 I like how the host shows so much enthusiasm for Mennonite culture, and he was so keen to learn about farming and even quilting! 🙂

[@morganvillas6436]

He has a condescending tone in his voice. A lot of Mennonites find this rude.

[@ruthgoldbergives6945]

😢Dear Minnonites I just had a little tall with one of your agents who is with a group in my hometown of Los Angeles California The agent was given away religious tracts. I said to him. "It's hell down here. There needs to be an army of you down here. I said something that I couldn't understand. And I answered. You have my prayer. At one time I favored the Minnonites mostly for their piety. But at the moment, The Gates of Hell have apparently prevailed here in Los Angeles and there seems to be nothing that they or anyone else can do about that. They are defeated. I don't think they know that they have been defeated So, they show up here in downtown Los Angeles pandering. That's the Invisible purpose of their being here in the community. To exploit is and put us on Exhibition and for their own entertainment and amusement. 🇺🇸

[@johnlarson9246]

Their food must taste soo good.

[@H1000J]

He's not gay it's just a Jewish accent/ work ethic/ sense of reality.

[@katwilkinson93]

There should be one on Amish too.

[@coolbro6969]

this interviewer is only slightly disrespectful..

[@genecanfield3681]

This "host" is obnoxious. All I could think about was Jiminy Glick.

[@PunkNStein]

I wish there was a cringe button so after so many they can be blocked

[@user-xg7iz4ok5z]

They live like they are on the American Frontier!

[@kevineric5598]

"Family and Faith"

[@batcatowler1972]

I agree with no TV in the home, and loving Jesus. I have a problem with most of the rest.

[@shawnmichael6190]

I noticed the pipe smoke stack run on those wood burners is way way too long you're not supposed to have a horizontal run over 3 ft the less the better it interferes with the draw can cause a fire and just as bad it builds massive amounts of creosote I hook up many of these systems just saying