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God is not honored when the body is neglected or abused and is thus unfitted for His service. To care for the body by providing for it food that is relishable and strengthening is one of the first duties of the householder. It is far better to have less expensive clothing and furniture than to stint the supply of food.

Properly nourishing and caring for the physical body is a primary duty, taking precedence over expensive clothing or furnishings. Presents an ethical and practical priority regarding household resource allocation for food versus material possessions.

Some householders stint the family table in order to provide expensive entertainment for visitors. This is unwise. In the entertainment of guests there should be greater simplicity. Let the needs of the family have first attention.

Family nutritional needs should be prioritized over costly entertainment or displays for visitors. Offers social and ethical counsel on hospitality and domestic budgeting.

Unwise economy and artificial customs often prevent the exercise of hospitality where it is needed and would be a blessing. The regular supply of food for our tables should be such that the unexpected guest can be made welcome without burdening the housewife to make extra preparation.

Maintaining a regular and adequate food supply allows for spontaneous hospitality without placing undue burdens on the household. Focuses on household management, hospitality customs, and stress reduction.