1)
Why does it say "v'Atah Hashem Elokeinu"?
1.
Rashi: Now we confess "Chatanu Rashanu."
2.
Malbim: Now that we received the punishment and we are in this strong Galus?
2)
What is "b'Yad Chazakah"?
1.
Malbim: It was without merit, only for the sake of Your name, lest it be profaned.
3)
Why does it say "Chatanu Rashanu"?
1.
Rashi: This is our confession.
2.
Malbim: Also in Egypt we sinned. Now all the more so You should redeem us, for Your name was publicized more ? "va'Ta'as Lecha Shem ka'Yom ha'Zeh."
