1 Samuel 24:13

As the old saying goes, 'From evildoers come evil deeds,' so my hand will not touch you.
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King James Version

As saith the proverb of the ancients, Wickedness proceedeth from the wicked: but mine hand shall not be upon thee.

English Standard Version

As the proverb of the ancients says, 'Out of the wicked comes wickedness.' But my hand shall not be against you.

Catholic Public Domain Version

So too, it is said in the ancient proverb, ‘From the impious, impiety will go forth.’ Therefore, my hand will not be upon you.