Walter Binning, the adopted son, or, Illustrations of the Lord's prayer
by A. L. O. E.
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1859
This Victorian-era story uses the Lord's Prayer as a framework to illustrate moral lessons and spiritual truths through the life of an adopted son, Walter Binning.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemy is included in the story.
Substance abuse is not a theme.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The story is not scary.
Occult or witchcraft elements are not included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story strongly promotes Christian values and teachings.
God and Christian principles are portrayed positively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceWalter shows moral courage in his actions.
Christian faith and prayer are central to the narrative.
Love and compassion are demonstrated through actions.
Grace, forgiveness, and repentance are key themes.
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