16Our dinner shows its idea in its name; it is called by the Greek name for love (agape).a Whatever the cost, it is gain to spend in piety’s name, for with that refreshment we help the needy. No, not, as among you, parasites aspire for the glory of selling their freedom, authorized by their belly to fatten themselves at the cost of any insult; no, because with God there is greater consideration for those of lower degree. 17If the motive of the banquet is honest, take the motive as the standard of