source-research

Locate and quote primary sources with inline and bibliographic citations.

1|Updated Jan 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JDerekLomas/claude-code-skills --skill source-research-jdereklomas
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: source-research
Source: https://github.com/JDerekLomas/claude-code-skills/tree/main/source-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JDerekLomas/claude-code-skills --skill source-research-jdereklomas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers and writers quickly locate and cite primary sources from the Source Library, providing quotes with proper citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search the Source Library for quotes by topic, author, or work and retrieve exact passages with translations when available.
  • Retrieve quotes with inline citations and bibliographic references suitable for academic writing.
  • Use the API workflow to find suitable quotes, check translation coverage, and compile citations for inclusion in essays or reports.

Quick Start

Ask me to fetch a quote with citation on a Renaissance topic from the Source Library.

Frequently Asked Questions about source-research

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find primary source quotes with proper citations for Renaissance philosophy?

You can find primary source quotes with proper citations by searching the Source Library API by author, work, or theme. The Skill returns exact passages, available translations, and both inline and bibliographic citations suitable for academic writing.

Can I retrieve alchemical text quotes with translations and bibliographic references?

Yes, you can retrieve alchemical text quotes with translations and bibliographic references. The Skill checks translation coverage for occult writings and Hermeticism, then outputs formatted inline citations alongside the requested passages.

What is the best way to search for Hermeticism sources by topic and get inline citations?

The best way to search for Hermeticism sources by topic is to query the Source Library API, which locates matching primary sources, verifies translation metadata, and compiles inline citations for direct inclusion in essays or reports.

Do I need access to the Source Library API to get quotes from occult writings?

Yes, you need access to the Source Library API, translation metadata, and citation formats to retrieve quotes from occult writings. The Skill uses this API workflow to find suitable quotes and compile citations for academic use.

Does this citation tool work for finding quotes by specific authors across Renaissance texts?

Yes, this citation tool works for finding quotes by specific authors across Renaissance texts. You can search the Source Library by author or work, retrieve exact passages with available translations, and receive properly formatted bibliographic references.

Are there limitations when translation coverage is missing for primary sources?

When translation coverage is missing for primary sources, the API workflow checks available metadata before retrieval. The Skill requires translation metadata to provide translated passages, so quotes may be returned in their original language without translations if unavailable.