Ecclesiastes 7:17-19

Lexham English Bible

¹⁷ Do not act excessively wicked,
    and do not be a fool, lest you die before your time.
¹⁸ It is good to take hold of the one and also must not let go of the other;
    for whoever fears God will hold both of them secure.

¹⁹ Wisdom gives more strength to the wise
    than ten rulers who are in the city.