The Mennonites originated from a religious reform movement in 16th-century Europe, focusing on adult baptism and a simple communal life. Menno Simons, a Dutch Catholic priest, became a key figure in this movement, hence the name "Mennonites."
Due to religious persecutions, Mennonites migrated from Europe to other regions, including Prussia, Russia, and later North America, seeking religious freedom and better opportunities. In the United States and Canada, they established agricultural communities, maintaining their traditions while adapting to modern life to some extent.
In Mexico, Mennonites also migrated, primarily in the early 20th century and notably from Canada, seeking fertile lands for farming and religious freedom. They settled mainly in the northern part of the country, establishing colonies where they practice agriculture and preserve their customs, language, and faith. Their presence has contributed to the agricultural economy of certain regions, although they've often maintained some cultural and religious separation from the surrounding society.
