Sirach 7:4–7

4 Do not seek from the Lord the highest office,

nor the seat of honor from the king.

5 Do not assert your righteousness before the Lord,

nor display your wisdom before the king.

6 Do not seek to become a judge,

lest you be unable to remove iniquity,

lest you be partial to a powerful man,

and thus put a blot on your integrity.

7 Do not offend against the public,

and do not disgrace yourself among the people.