15 I have seen everything during my [a](A)lifetime of futility; there is (B)a righteous man who perishes in his righteousness and there is (C)a wicked man who prolongs his life in his wickedness. 16 Do not be excessively (D)righteous and do not (E)be overly wise. Why should you ruin yourself? 17 Do not be excessively wicked and do not be a fool. Why should you (F)die before your time?

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  1. Ecclesiastes 7:15 Lit days