Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of 1 Samuel 12:20:

• Kupsabiny: “Samuel replied that, ‘Don’t be afraid/worried. Don’t think more about the sins you committed to God, but serve him with one stomach (wholeheartedly).” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
• Newari: “Then Samuel said to all the people, "Do not be afraid, even though you have done wrong like this, do not turn from the LORD. But serve the LORD from your inmost hearts.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
• Hiligaynon: “Samuel replied, ‘[You (plur.)] do- not -be-afraid. Even-though you (plur.) have-done this evil thing, [you (plur.)] do- not -turn-away from the LORD, but-rather [you (plur.)] serve him with all your (plur.) heart.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
• English: “Samuel replied, ‘Do not be afraid! You have done this evil thing, but do not turn away from doing the things that Yahweh wants you to do. Instead, serve Yahweh wholeheartedly.” (Source: Translation for Translators)