1)

Why should they be quiet?

1.

Rashi: In order that they can hear My words. Radak - one who speaks does not hearken [to others' words].

2.

Malbim: After consoling Tziyon, the Navi turns to the nations. He depicts that the redeemer already came. He debates with them to return them to Emunah in unity [of Hashem] and the true creed. One of the four reasons why one is defeated in a debate is if he is small. Therefore, the small islands should be quiet, and Le'umim (big nations) will debate 1 . Also refer to 41:1:3:3, 41:1:4:2, 41:1:6:2.


1

I.e. there will not be 'external' excuses why the nations will be defeated. (PF)

2)

Who are the "Iyim"?

1.

Rashi: They are nations of Nochrim.

2.

Radak: They are residents of islands.

3)

How will their strength be renewed?

1.

Rashi: They will adorn themselves with all their strength - perhaps they can stand in judgment.

2.

Radak: They will invigorate themselves with claims, if they can answer Me.

3.

Malbim: One reason why one is defeated in a debate is if he did not have time to arrange his claims. Therefore, their strength will be renewed to think and take counsel [what to claim].

4)

Why should they come close?

1.

Radak: In order to hear My words.

2.

Malbim: One reason why one is defeated in a debate is if his opponent is a tyrant or honored; fear of him blocks his ability to claim. Therefore, come close to Me, without fear, and then say all that is in your heart.

5)

When will they speak?

1.

Rashi: After they come close.

2.

Radak: After they hear My words, if they have a claim, they will speak.

6)

Why does it say "Yachdav"?

1.

Radak: I and they will come for Mishpat on My claim and theirs. They diminish My strength and ability, and say that I lack strength to save Yisrael from their hands. They serve idols, which have no power!

2.

Malbim: One reason why one is defeated in a debate is if no judge mediates between them - "Ki Lo Ish Kamoni E'enenu

7)

What is "la'Mishpat Nikravah"?

1.

Rashi: To rebuke them in front of them.

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