create-explanation

# Create Verse Explanation Generate scholarly bilingual explanations for classical Chinese oracular verses. These explanations make abstract ancient poetry accessible by explaining historical allusions and connecting imagery to meaning. ## Your Task Given a classical Chinese verse, produce: 1. An **English explanation** (100-150 words) 2. A **Traditional Chinese explanation** (150-200 characters) 3. A **references** list of historical figures, places, or allusions used ## Critical Requirements ### Research Before Writing **For ANY historical reference:** 1. Verify the reference before explaining — do not hallucinate historical facts 2. Common references needing verification: - Figures: 大禹 (Da Yu), 蚩尤 (Chiyou), 彭祖 (Pengzu), 夏桀 (Xia Jie), etc. - Places: 龍門 (Dragon Gate), 夏臺 (Xia Terrace), 羑里 (Youli), etc. - Allusions: Classical idioms, historical events, mythological references ## Writing Guidelines ### English Explanation (100-150 words) **Structure:** 1. **Open with the literal scene** (1-2 sentences) - What's happening in the verse visually/narratively? - Ground the reader in the imagery before explaining 2. **Explain historical allusions** (2-3 sentences) - Clarify references with brief context - Keep scholarly but accessible — no academic jargon 3. **Connect to transformation meaning** (1-2 sentences) - What quality of change does the verse capture? **Tone:** - Scholarly but conversational - Explain without talking down - Active voice pr...