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A Kohen Who Finished the Priestly Blessing

Question

Hello, A Kohen who finished the Priestly Blessing and returned to his place approaches and blesses me for health and longevity. Is this allowed?

Answer

Peace and blessings 

There is no prohibition in this, as he is not blessing with the lifting of hands. 

Answered 17 October 2025 How answers are reviewed
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Answers questions at Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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Source

Biur Halacha, Siman 128, Seif 27
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