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so that we do not die
The ultimate punishment for sin is death. The nation of Israel had seen Yahweh destroy the nations that had oppressed them. They were concerned that they had become "dedicated for destruction" like those nations.
Do not be afraid
The people did evil and were afraid of God destroying them. AT: "Do not be afraid that God will be angry and destroy you because of this sin" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit)
turn away after empty things
"pursue worship of false gods"