know the irrefragable argument.

Pas. And do you now intend, on this account, to deny the
debt?

Strep. Why, what good should I get else from his
instruction?

Pas. And will you be willing to deny these upon oath of
the gods?

Strep. What gods?

Pas. Jupiter, Mercury, and Neptune.

Strep. Yes, by Jupiter! And would pay down, too, a
three-obol piece besides to swear.

Pas. Then may you perish some day for your impudence!

Strep. This man would be the better for it if he were
cleansed by rubbing with salt.

Pas. Ah me, how you deride me!

Strep. He will contain six choae.

Pas. By great Jupiter and the gods, you certainly shall
not do this to me with impunity!