Ecclesiastes 7:23 in the World English Bible
All this I have proved in wisdom. I said, “I will be wise;” but it was far from me.
Context
22 For oftentimes also thine own heart knoweth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others.
23 All this have I proved by wisdom: I said, I will be wise; but it was far from me.
24 That which is far off, and exceeding deep, who can find it out?