Ecclesiastes 10:4-10

4If the spirit of the ruler rises against you, Do not leave your post; For conciliation pacifies great offenses.

5There is an evil I have seen under the sun, As an error proceeding from the ruler:

6Folly is set in great dignity, While the rich sit in a lowly place.

7I have seen servants on horses, While princes walk on the ground like servants.

8He who digs a pit will fall into it, And whoever breaks through a wall will be bitten by a serpent.

9He who quarries stones may be hurt by them, And he who splits wood may be endangered by it.

10If the ax is dull, And one does not sharpen the edge, Then he must use more strength; But wisdom brings success.