Hui Shi
4th century BCE Chinese philosopher of the School of Names
About Hui Shi
Lived 370 BC – 310 BC (aged 59–60). Hui Shi was a Chinese philosopher and writer.
Hui Shi (; 370–310 BCE A representative of the School of Names (Logicians), he is famous for ten paradoxes about the relativity of time and space, for instance, "I set off for Yue (southeastern China) today and came there yesterday."
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Who was Hui Shi?
4th century BCE Chinese philosopher of the School of Names
When was Hui Shi born?
Hui Shi was born in 370 BC in Song.
When did Hui Shi die?
Hui Shi died in 310 BC.
What was Hui Shi's occupation?
Hui Shi was a philosopher and writer.
What nationality was Hui Shi?
Hui Shi was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hui Shi. https://biography.guide/hui-shi/
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