Donald Kraybill and his co-authors were immediately involved in the media coverage of the Nickel Mines tragedy because of their lengthy study of and relationships with the Amish of Lancaster County. Here, they’ve taken the long view of the Amish forgiveness the media flashed across headlines for a brief new cycle. The gracious reaction of this community in mourning is explained through history, culture, theology, and anecdotes, providing understanding the media didn’t have the time to develop.