1)
What is the meaning of "Lehischazek"?
1.
Malbim: [You intend to] be strong in deed, i.e. in war.
2)
Why did he say "Lifnei Mamleches Hashem"?
1.
Malbim: Hashem will help Malchus Yehudah.
3)
Why did he say "v'Atem Hamon Am"?
1.
Malbim: You are not arranged, not a kingship and not an army.
4)
Why did he say that they have the golden calves that Yaravam made for gods?
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Malbim: Hashem will not help you, for you are idolaters. Do not say that the calves are for Avodas Hashem. (a) He made them for gods! (b) You cast off Kohanei Hashem (verse 9), and (c) you made Kohanim without Elokim.
