Abstract: Chen Minggui's “ Origins and Development of the Daoist Teachings of Changchun” is regarded as the beginning of the study of modern Daoist history in China, and has an important position in academic history. However, the academic community lacks an in-depth examination of its publishing and research process. This article will focus on the version, circulation, and research status of “ Origins and Development of the Daoist Teachings of Changchun ”, reexamine the value of the book in the environment of today's Daoist research.

Key words: Origins and Development of the Daoist Teachings of Changchun(長春道教源流), Chen Minggui(陳銘珪), Judetang congshu(聚德堂叢書), Chen Botao(陳伯陶)