The sanyasin's first day
by Ned Shank
Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
This book explores the spiritual journey of a young man who joins a spiritual community in India.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
No scary or horror elements are included.
Spiritual practices and beliefs outside of Christianity are explored.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Promotes Eastern spiritual philosophies and practices.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in seeking new paths.
Christian faith is absent; other spiritual paths are central.
Focus is on individual spiritual seeking.
Focus is on spiritual exploration, not repentance.
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