The Mingjia is a notional grouping of philosophers first recorded as such in the Shiji. Their identifying feature was a concern with linguistic issues particularly involving the correct use of names. This is an important group for understanding the development of Pre-Qin philosophy.
Ian Johnston is an independent scholar pursuing a lifelong interest in ancient languages, including translations of Chinese classics such as the Mozi, the Daxue & Zhongyong.
Wang Ping is a senior lecturer in the School of Languages and Linguistics, University of New South Wales.