1)
What are the connotations of "Sheva al Chatoseichem"?
1.
Rashi and Targum Yonasan: It means (not seven punishments for each sin, 1 but) another seven punishments that correspond to the seven sins listed above, should you persist in transgressing them
2.
Ramban: Refer to 26:15:3:3*.
3.
R. Bachye (according to Kabalah): "Sheva" is another reference to the Midah "Zos". 2
4.
Rashbam: The Pasuk simply means 'many punishments for your sins', 3 and the number seven is not meant literally.
1
See Sifsei Chachamim.
2
See R. Bachye - end of Dibur.
3
Rashbam: As we find in Mishlei 24:16 and in Yeshayah, 30:25, 4:1.
