Νεφέλαι

Νεφέλαι, a comedic play by Aristophanes, was first performed in the 5th century BC. It satirizes Socratic philosophy and critiques the sophists' influence on Athenian society. The story follows Strepsiades, an elderly man burdened by debts, who seeks Socrates' help to learn how to manipulate arguments to evade his financial responsibilities. This work is notable for its humorous take on philosophical teachings and its commentary on the societal issues of the time.