1)

What is the meaning of "v'Nasa Nes"?

1.

Rashi: Hashem will raise a banner for Goyim, to hint to them to gather and come upon [Yisrael]. Nes is a long pole, and they put a garment at the end and ascend a tall mountain, and it is seen from afar. It is a sign for people to gather. The same applies to "v'El Amim Arim Nisi" (49:22), "v'Sim Oso Al Netz" (Bamidbar 21:8). It is called Nes because it is for a sign.

2)

What is "v'Sharak"?

1.

Rashi: It is to whistle 1 . Also this is a sign to gather.

2.

Radak: It is as if Hashem raises a banner and whistles for them to come to Eretz Yisrael to destroy it.


1

Malbim: Serikah is only with the lips. Due to this, the flag will be needed!

3)

Why does it say "mi'Ketzei ha'Aretz"?

1.

Rashi: They will come from the end of the land to besiege Yisrael.

4)

What is the meaning of "Kal Yavo"?

1.

Rashi: The enemy will come speedily upon them. Radak - He will arouse Melech Ashur to come quickly. This is like 'Kal b'Raglav' - he goes quickly.

2.

Radak citing Targum Yonasan: Kalilin (lightly).

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