Ecclesiastes 7:2-4

New International Reader's Version

² So it’s better to go where people are mourning
    than to go where people are having a good time.
Everyone will die someday.
    Those who are still living
    should really think about that.
³ Not being able to figure things out is better than laughter.
    That’s because sorrow is good for the heart.
⁴ Those who are wise are found where there is sorrow.
    But foolish people are found where there is pleasure.