1)

Why does it say va'Yavo (singular)?

1.

Rashi: They all had one intent - for evil.

2.

Rashi citing Shir ha'Shirim Rabah 8:7: This hints to Hashem ? he told the Navi beforehand who will come to him [Radak ? with evil intent. They portrayed themselves as if they want to seek Hashem].

2)

What is the significance of "Ziknei Yisrael"?

1.

Rashi: They were Resha'im. "Ziknei Yehudah" (8:1) were Tzadikim.

2.

Malbim (5) #1: Refer to 14:5:1:4.

3.

Malbim (5) #2: They were false Nevi'im. They came to hear the Navi's words, and switch them according to their desires ? "Meganevei Devarai Ish me'Es Re'ehu" (Yirmeyah 23:30).

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