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Teens · Ages 13–15

The not-so-wise man

by Alan MacDonald

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1999

A humorous retelling of the Nativity story from the perspective of the not-so-wise men.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

40/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in this retelling.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in this book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

This book contains no scary or horror elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

This book promotes a Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The men show courage in their journey to Bethlehem.

Faith & Hope80

The story centers on the birth of Christ and faith.

Love & Friendship20

Love is implied in the reverence for the newborn Jesus.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story implies divine grace in the Nativity event.

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