Ecclesiastes 7:15-22 NIV

[15] In this meaningless life of mine I have seen both of these: the righteous perishing in their righteousness, and the wicked living long in their wickedness. [16] Do not be overrighteous, neither be overwise—why destroy yourself? [17] Do not be overwicked, and do not be a fool—why die before your time? [18] It is good to grasp the one and not let go of the other. Whoever fears God will avoid all extremes. [19] Wisdom makes one wise person more powerful than ten rulers in a city. [20] Indeed, there is no one on earth who is righteous, no one who does what is right and never sins. [21] Do not pay attention to every word people say, or you may hear your servant cursing you— [22] for you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others.