Ecclesiastes 7:15-18

15During my fleeting days I have seen both of these things: sometimes a righteous one perishes in his righteousness and sometimes a wicked one lives long in his wickedness.

16Do not be overly righteous nor overly wise— why confound yourself?

17Do not be overly wicked and do not be a fool— why die before your time?

18It is good to grasp the one and not withdraw your hand from the other. For the one who fears God will escape both extremes.