In this meaningless life of mine I have seen both of these: a righteous man perishing in his righteousness, and a wicked man living long in his wickedness.
Do not be overrighteous, neither be overwise—
why destroy yourself? Do not be overwicked, and do not be a fool—
why die before your time?
It is good to grasp the one and not let go of the other. 
The man who fears God will avoid all extremes.
Ecclesiastes 7:15-18