1)
What are "Sha'arei ha'Neharos"?
1.
Rashi: The gates of the city on the side of the rivers.
2.
Radak citing Targum Yonasan: The bridges of the rivers.
3.
Malbim: The banks of the Chidekel river. Normally, it is contained within them.
2)
Why were the gates opened?
1.
Radak: The soldiers broke the doors.
2.
Malbim: The river overflowed and flooded the city.
3)
What is "Namug"?
1.
Rashi: It shakes and moves due to catapult rocks thrown at its walls.
2.
Radak: It melted due to the harsh blows on the gates.
3.
Malbim: The king and all in his palace melted from fear, for his witches told him that when the river will flood the city, he will be handed over to the enemy.
