Priestly Blessing in the Place Where the Father Usually Stands

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Question

Hello, is it permissible for me to stand and perform the Priestly Blessing on the platform in the place where my father usually stands and performs the blessing?

Answer

Hello,

It seems permissible, as generally this is not a fixed place, and certainly, it is not known to others that this is your father's place for the Priestly Blessing.

However, if it is known and publicized in the synagogue that this place belongs to your father, do not stand there, but stand elsewhere and bless there.

Source

Shulchan Aruch Yoreh De'ah, Siman 240, Se'if 2, Aruch HaShulchan there. See also Taz (there Sk 2) and Shach (there Sk 1).

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