Proverbs 11:19

The truly righteous man attains life, but he who pursues evil goes to his death.
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King James Version

As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.

English Standard Version

Whoever is steadfast in righteousness will live, but he who pursues evil will die.

Catholic Public Domain Version

Clemency prepares life. And the pursuit of evils prepares death