2Thes 3, 12-13 To work quietly and to eat their own food

(2Thes 3, 12-13) To work quietly and to eat their own food
[12] Such people we instruct and urge in the Lord Jesus Christ to work quietly and to eat their own food. [13] But you, brothers, do not be remiss in doing good.

(CCC 2430) Economic life brings into play different interests, often opposed to one another. This explains why the conflicts that characterize it arise (Cf. LE 11). Efforts should be made to reduce these conflicts by negotiation that respects the rights and duties of each social partner: those responsible for business enterprises, representatives of wage-earners (for example, trade unions), and public authorities when appropriate. (CCC 2434) A just wage is the legitimate fruit of work. To refuse or withhold it can be a grave injustice (Cf. Lev 19:13; Deut 24:14-15; Jas 5:4). In determining fair pay both the needs and the contributions of each person must be taken into account. "Remuneration for work should guarantee man the opportunity to provide a dignified livelihood for himself and his family on the material, social, cultural and spiritual level, taking into account the role and the productivity of each, the state of the business, and the common good" (GS 67 § 2). Agreement between the parties is not sufficient to justify morally the amount to be received in wages.