As an academic collection in the field of Taoist philosophy and cultural studies, it aims to re-present the richness and diversity of ancient philosophical thoughts. It publishes papers on the study of Zhuangzi and Laozi's thoughts, research on Taoist and Confucian thought and culture; and papers on Taoist culture and Taoism's relation to modern life.

Volume 35, themed "Contemporary Perspectives on Taoist Doctrines," reflects on and explores the contemporary value of Taoist and Taoist thought, including 13 papers such as Lu Guolong's "The Core Teachings of Taoism Through Its Origins," Qiang Yu's "The Spirit as the Master of Life, the Living as the Asset of Movement: Lu Zhongxuan's 'Consciousness' Theory," and others, discussing the connection between Taoist doctrines and the current ideological world and real life from various aspects, and re-examining Taoist classics from a contemporary perspective. Additionally, to promote excellent academic achievements in Taoist studies domestically and internationally, it specially publishes 3 translated articles and 1 book review.