From a sociological standpoint, Chinese people have traditionally believed in a connection between human affairs and the state of the heavens. This belief has caused the stars to play an important role in politics, society, literature, art, fortune telling, and the emotional and spiritual matters of individuals.
從人文角度來看，中國立基於天人感應的天象記載，更是政治、社會、文學、藝術，乃至命相、心靈的重要指標。