wenyan-xianqin

Rewrite modern Chinese text into terse Pre-Qin prose using a 20-item checklist.

43|3|Updated Mar 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tzengyuxio/skills --skill wenyan-xianqin
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: wenyan-xianqin
Source: https://github.com/tzengyuxio/skills/tree/main/wenyan-xianqin
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tzengyuxio/skills --skill wenyan-xianqin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Rewrite modern Chinese text into terse Pre-Qin prose style using a rigorous 20-item checklist to compress vocabulary, drop subjects, and apply classical grammar patterns, enabling authentic historical voice while preserving core meaning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces 20-item front-end checklist covering grammar, vocabulary, style, and era markers.
  • Works on Markdown files or inline text; supports both short passages and longer documents; ideal for linguistic research, creative writing, and academic demonstration.
  • Use cases include transforming modern prose to 論語/莊子-like style for coursework, stylistic experiments, and demonstrations of historical linguistics.

Quick Start

Provide a Markdown or text input and run /wenyan-xianqin path/to/article.md to rewrite it in Pre-Qin prose.

Frequently Asked Questions about wenyan-xianqin

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I rewrite modern Chinese text into Pre-Qin prose style?

To rewrite modern Chinese text into Pre-Qin prose, provide a Markdown file or inline text and trigger the transformation using the /wenyan-xianqin command. It applies a 20-item checklist to compress vocabulary and apply classical grammar patterns, generating authentic historical voice while preserving core meaning.

What is the difference between modern Chinese and Pre-Qin classical grammar?

Pre-Qin classical grammar emphasizes extreme brevity and aphoristic compression, frequently dropping subjects and applying specific era markers. This Skill enforces a 20-item checklist covering grammar, vocabulary, and style patterns to transform modern prose into authentic 論語 or 莊子-like voice.

Can I use Markdown files to generate classical Chinese text for academic demonstrations?

Yes, you can use Markdown files to generate classical Chinese text for academic demonstrations. The Skill works directly on Markdown files or inline text, applying a rigorous 20-item checklist to produce authentic Pre-Qin prose ideal for linguistic research and coursework.

Does the style-transfer process preserve the original meaning of the text?

Yes, the style-transfer process preserves the original meaning of the text. It applies a 20-item front-end checklist to compress vocabulary and drop subjects, enforcing classical grammar patterns to achieve authentic historical voice without losing the core meaning of the modern Chinese input.

What are the limitations of using a Pre-Qin prose rewrite tool for longer documents?

While the Skill supports both short passages and longer documents for Pre-Qin prose rewrite, limitations include its strict adherence to extreme brevity and aphoristic compression. This rigorous 20-item checklist application may significantly alter structural flow, making outputs better suited for study and stylistic experiments than continuous reading.