Jian ding de xi bing
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A young mermaid sacrifices her voice and endures pain for a chance at an immortal soul and a prince's love.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo explicit sexual content is present in the story.
The sea witch performs a painful surgery on the mermaid's legs.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
The mermaid's longing for an immortal soul is a central theme.
The sea witch is a frightening character who makes a dark bargain.
The sea witch uses magic and potions to transform the mermaid.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story explores the concept of an immortal soul and divine judgment.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe mermaid bravely endures immense physical pain for her desires.
The story touches on the concept of an immortal soul and afterlife.
The mermaid's love for the prince drives her extreme sacrifices.
No explicit themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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