How to read judgments, lines, and attributed commentary
Read the layers in order
Read the judgment and relevant line text before comparing named commentators.
Compare one or two commentators
Record the source link and attribution, then write your own observation in a separate note.
Cite the source and separate your note
Read the judgment and relevant line text before comparing named commentators.
References
- Yi source and collation method.
- Yi's public hexagram pages, where classical text and attributed commentary are shown in separate layers.
Frequently asked questions
How many commentaries should I compare?
One or two are enough for a first pass; record which authors you used.
How do I keep my note distinct?
Separate quoted source text from your own paragraph and retain the page link.