Nehr · 1 Samuel 24

1 Samuel 24:13

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

— 1 Samuel 24:13, King James Version
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World English Bible (WEB)

As says the proverb of the ancients, Out of the wicked comes forth wickedness; but my hand shall not be on you.

American Standard Version (ASV)

As saith the proverb of the ancients, Out of the wicked cometh forth wickedness; but my hand shall not be upon thee.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

as saith the simile of the ancients, From the wicked goeth out wickedness, and my hand is not on thee.

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