China astronomy

China did have a very developed astronomical theory in ancient times, but this astronomical theory only spread within the scope of China culture, but it could not leave Japan, starting from the ridge in the west, reaching the desert in the north and Annan in the south. It has never spread all over the world, especially after the rapid development of astronomy in the17th century, astronomy in China is still in a rut. 19th century, when foreign powers opened their doors to see the world with naval guns, China's astronomical system had already fallen far behind western astronomy, so it was natural to adopt some naming methods of western astronomy. Astronomy in the Arab world is somewhat similar to that in China.

Second, the landlord's statement is obviously biased. Please search carefully, or you can host a website (such as the forum of Beijing Planetarium) that introduces China astronomical system.

Compared with the west, China's ancient astronomical system also has its own characteristics. China's astronomical system inherited China's philosophy. For example, the constellation Ursa Major in China astronomy consists of three stars: Beidou, Wenchang and Santai. Beidou is very familiar with it, so I won't go into details; Wenchang is a satellite in folklore, which is in charge of the imperial examination. Santai refers to the three stages of imperial examination in real life, namely, provincial examination, general examination and palace examination. Completely different from western astronomy, the sky is full of gods and has nothing to do with the world. Personally, I like to name Mokexing after China astronomy, because it has cultural connotation and is easy to remember.

However, the astronomical system in China also restricted the development of astronomy in China. For example, the solar eclipse, according to the legislative forecast, should exist, but it did not happen. In the west, I'm afraid the calendar will be revised. In China, officials kowtowed to the emperor to congratulate him on his great kindness (even Yao Chong did the same). There are many other examples. China's astronomical system also made me stand on my feet in astronomy to some extent.