Being Excommunicated
Bann is a far more serious punishment than Meidung, which refers to being shunned by the Amish. If your transgression is serious enough to result in permanent ex-communication, you’ll be placed in the Bann and treated as an outsider. Depending on the severity of your ‘crime,’ you may be shunned for a long time. The goal is for the person to admit their mistake and apologize, even if it appears harsh.
Being Excommunicated
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