1. In the epic manner; so Odysseus, for instance, addresses his heart at Homer, Odyssey, 20.17^18.
2. There is a pun here (which also gives ‘taking courage’ a double meaning): the word can mean either ‘conflicts’ or ‘parties’.
3. Pefume and scented oil were very popular among Greek men, especially at parties. For Socrates’ attitude, compare The Estate-manager, 10.2–9 (pp. 324–6).