Thank you for agreeing to review for Three Teachings Studies (TTS). Your expertise and careful assessment are essential to maintaining the quality and scholarly rigor of the journal.

Note: TTS employs double-blind peer review. Reviewers’ identities are not disclosed to authors, and vice versa.

What to Evaluate

Please assess the submission according to the following key criteria:

  • 1. Relevance:
    Does the submission align with the journal’s focus on Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism, or their interaction?
  • 2. Originality and Contribution:
    Does the piece offer new insights, interpretations, or methods? Is it a meaningful contribution to existing scholarship?
  • 3. Clarity and Organization:
    Is the argument coherent and logically structured? Are terms, sources, and key concepts clearly presented?
  • 4. Use of Sources:
    Are primary and secondary sources used appropriately and accurately? Is the engagement with scholarship sufficient?
  • 5. Methodological Rigor:
    Is the methodology appropriate for the subject? Does the paper show disciplinary competence?
  • 6. Language and Style:
    Is the writing clear and readable? For non-native English submissions, is the English abstract understandable?

Recommendations

Please select one of the following editorial recommendations:

Accept without revisions Accept with minor revisions Major revisions required Reject

You may also suggest:

  • Specific improvements (e.g., clearer citations, stronger framing)
  • Additional references the author should consider
  • Areas that require clarification or correction

Confidentiality

  • Do not share or cite the manuscript.
  • Do not attempt to identify the author.
  • Report conflicts of interest immediately.

Timeline

We ask reviewers to return their report within 4 weeks of accepting the invitation. If you need more time, please contact us.

Submitting Your Review

Please send your comments in a Word or PDF document, including:

  • Brief summary of the submission
  • Detailed evaluation (by topic or paragraph)
  • Final recommendation

Email to: [email protected]

We sincerely thank you for your contribution to TTS and to the field of Three Teachings studies.