Zettelkasten

This vault follows the Zettelkasten (slip-box) method: a network of atomic notes connected by meaning rather than hierarchy.

Principles

One idea per note. Each note covers a single concept, actor, framework, or pattern. If a note tries to cover two ideas, it should be split.
Links over folders. Notes connect through [[wikilinks]], not through directory structure. The folder is for broad categorization; the links carry the meaning.
No forced connections. Links should feel natural. If two notes are related, link them. If they aren’t, don’t force it.
MOCs as entry points. Maps of Content (like this one) provide orientation but aren’t mandatory. You can enter the vault from any note and follow links to explore.
Graph view. In Obsidian, use the graph view to see how ideas cluster. Densely connected nodes are core concepts. Isolated nodes need more linking or may not belong.

MOC - Maps of Content. Entry points for major themes.
Concept - Theoretical frameworks, laws, mechanisms. The analytical tools.
Actor - Nations, institutions, individuals. The players.
Historical Pattern - Recurring patterns across history. The evidence base.
Eschatology - Religious end-times narratives. The invisible drivers.
Predicted Entity - Things that don’t exist yet but are predicted to emerge (Technate, Pax Judaica, Third Rome).