David said depart from me
The phrase "Depart from me, you workers of iniquity" (or lawlessness) is most famously spoken by Jesus in Matthew 7:23, though it originates earlier in the Old Testament with Psalm 6:8 written by King David.Where the Phrase AppearsMatthew 7:21-23: Jesus warns that not everyone who calls Him Lord or does works in His name will enter heaven, telling those who practice lawlessness, "I never knew you; depart from me."Psalm 6:8: King David writes, "Depart from me, all you workers of evil, for the Lord has heard the sound of my weeping," expressing repentance and turning away from sin.Luke 13:27: Jesus repeats a similar sentiment regarding those shut out of the kingdom.