Conduct During the Hakafot
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Question
Should someone holding the Torah scroll while the congregation circles the bimah during the recitation of the Hoshanot later switch with another person from the congregation so that he can circle himself?
Answer
Shalom and blessings
One who holds the Torah scroll is not required to circle.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 660, Se'if 1
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