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Teens · Ages 12–16

Under the Sabbath Lamp

by Michael Herman

Age rating: Ages 12–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

A young Jewish boy in Nazi-occupied Poland must hide his identity and find ways to survive, aided by a hidden lamp.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

The backdrop of Nazi occupation involves significant violence and threat.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The constant threat of danger can be emotionally taxing.

Scary / Disturbing20

The historical context creates a tense and sometimes frightening atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story highlights Jewish faith and resilience amidst persecution.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not the primary focus, but some may be allies.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist displays immense courage in hiding and surviving.

Faith & Hope30

Jewish faith and traditions are central to the character's identity.

Love & Friendship20

Family love and the desire to protect loved ones are strong.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of hope and perseverance in dark times are present.

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