Ep 2. Fire from the Lord
- TV-14
- December 12, 2012
- 43 min
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5.5 (14)
Amish Mafia is a reality TV show that revolves around the daily lives of the Amish community in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. In this show, the protagonist, Lebanon Levi, is considered the leader of the Amish Mafia. Episode 2 of season 1 is named Fire from the Lord.
In this episode, the narrator starts by giving an overview of the various threats faced by the Amish community. These threats include the local law enforcement, rival gangs, and natural disasters. The Amish community has thus created its own system of law and order to combat these threats. Their system involves a group of men who are known as the 'Amish Mafia.' These men supposedly protect the community from any external threats by using physical force when necessary.
The episode then introduces Levi, who is seen discussing business with his right-hand man, Alvin. They discuss the issue of a buggy that was stolen and how to get it back. The two decide to use their contacts in the Mennonite community to get the buggy back. Levi then meets with a local bishop and tries to persuade him to release a communal car that will help him with his businesses. The bishop refuses, citing religious reasons, and Levi's plan is foiled.
Later in the episode, a barn owned by an Amish man catches fire. Levi rushes to the scene and tries to help control the fire. He speaks to the owner of the barn and tells him that his crew can help protect his property in the future. The Amish man is grateful for Levi's help and is convinced that he represents a form of justice.
In the second half of the episode, Levi gets news that someone has been stealing from his store. He sends his associate, Jolin, to investigate. Jolin discovers that his ex-girlfriend is involved in the theft and reports back to Levi. Levi is furious, and he decides to take matters into his own hands. He visits the woman's house and confronts her. After some persuasions, the woman confesses to the theft, and Levi tells her that he forgives her but warns her that she will face consequences if she does it again.
Throughout the episode, the narrator explains the different ways in which the Amish Mafia operates, including its role in protecting the community and enforcing the Amish justice system. The show depicts the Amish Mafia as a secretive and powerful group that commands respect and obedience from the community.
The episode ends with an ominous tone as the narrator warns of the threats that the Amish community faces and how the Amish Mafia is the only one that can protect them.
In conclusion, Fire from the Lord, episode 2 of season 1 of Amish Mafia, paints a picture of an Amish community that is threatened from all sides. It showcases the role that the Amish Mafia plays in protecting the community from external threats. The episode is full of tense moments as the Mafia deals with theft, arson, and religious differences. It creates a gripping portrait of a community that is far from the idyllic world that many imagine the Amish living in.