1)

What is "Ma'afel"?

1.

Malbim: It is something that covers light. It is not Ofel (darkness).

2)

Why does it say "va'Yavei Alav (singular) Es ha'Yam"?

1.

Rashi citing Shochar Tov: If an Egyptian fled not to enter the sea, a wave chased him and absorbed him [into the sea].

2.

Radak #1: It refers to Pharaoh. Even though he was not mentioned, the Egyptians were mentioned.

3.

Radak #2: It refers to the Egyptians as one entity.

3)

Why does it mention a long time in the Midbar?

1.

Malbim: You did not have full Emunah, and needed 40 years in the Midbar to cleanse you of Tum'as Mitzrayim

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