1)

Why did he say "v'Yaradta Lefanai"?

1.

Rashi: You descended, and afterwards I will descend.

2)

What is the meaning of "Tochel"?

1.

Rashi: Wait.

3)

When do the seven days [of waiting] begin?

1.

Radak, Malbim: It is from when Shmuel departed after Chidush of the kingship, for which both came together to Gilgal, with all of Yisrael. 1


1

Radak: Why did Shmuel command him now, and not at Gilgal? He hinted to him that through this, his kingship will last. This was the first Mitzvah that Shmuel commanded him [after becoming king].

4)

What will Shmuel tell Sha'ul to do?

1.

Radak: He will tell him whether or not his kingship will last (based on whether or not he kept his first Mitzvah, to wait seven days).

2.

Malbim: It is regarding the war with Pelishtim. I told you to do as you can - but in Gilgal, you may not do anything without me.

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