Dawa Bema, the Uncertain Monk (Children Around the World)
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1988
A young monk named Dawa Bema struggles with his faith and purpose in a Tibetan monastery.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
The story does not contain any violence.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The story is not scary.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story explores Buddhist philosophy and practice.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceDawa Bema shows courage in questioning his path.
The story focuses on Buddhist spiritual exploration.
Friendship and community are present.
Themes of grace and repentance are not central.
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