Wisdom of Ben Sira 7:3-5

New Catholic Bible

³ My child, do not sow in the furrows of injustice
    so that you will not reap a sevenfold crop.
⁴ Do not ask the Lord for a position of authority
    or the king for a seat of honor.
⁵ Do not flaunt your righteousness before the Lord,
    or assert your wisdom in the presence of the king.