Ru lin wai shi
by Wu Jingzi
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1874
This classic Chinese novel follows the adventures and misadventures of various characters in the Ming Dynasty.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome suggestive situations and discussions occur between characters.
Minor conflicts and skirmishes are described but not graphic.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous content is present in the novel.
Substance use is not a significant theme.
No depictions of suicide or self-harm are included.
The story is not intended to be scary.
Occult or witchcraft elements are not present.
LGBTQ+ themes are not explored in this novel.
The novel satirizes Buddhist and Taoist beliefs and practices.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters sometimes display bravery in difficult situations.
The story references Chinese folk religion and philosophy, not Christianity.
Some familial and friendly bonds are depicted.
Themes of karma and consequence are present.
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