Νεφέλες
"Νεφέλες" (Nefeles) is a famous play written by the ancient Greek playwright Αριστοφάνης (Aristophanes) around 423 BC. The title translates to "Clouds" in English and is a satirical comedy that critiques the philosophical ideas of the time, particularly those of Σωκράτης (Socrates) and the Sophists. The story follows a father who enrolls his son in a school run by Socrates to learn how to win arguments, regardless of the truth.
The play explores themes of education, morality, and the conflict between traditional values and new ideas. Through humor and wit, Aristophanes highlights the absurdities of contemporary society and the dangers of misguided intellectualism. "Νεφέλες" remains a significant work in the study of ancient Greek literature and philosophy.