Beowulf
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1954
The epic poem recounts the heroic deeds of Beowulf as he battles monsters and a dragon.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the poem.
Graphic descriptions of battles and monster killings are present.
No profanity is used in the text.
References to God are present, but not in a blasphemous way.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The descriptions of monsters can be frightening.
Monsters and supernatural elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No Christians are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBeowulf embodies extreme courage and heroic sacrifice.
References to fate and God are present.
Loyalty to kin and king is a strong theme.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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