What is Hagbahah? There is a special mitzvah when taking out the Sefer Torah for Kriyat HaTorah to open it and show it to the entire congregation. This is based on the principle of exalting and honoring the Torah, allowing the community to see the sacred text and be inspired by its presence.

What are some customs when taking out the torah from the Hechal (ark)? The common custom is to recite Barich Shemei while the Sefer Torah is being removed from the Aron Kodesh.

Peticha is the honor of opening the Aron (Ark) and handing the Sefer Torah to the Shaliach Tzibur or to the individual designated to carry it. It is considered a significant kavod and is not automatically assigned to the Shaliach Tzibur.

I heard a Kohen can’t give a beracha if he’s in a dispute with a fellow is that true? If there is unresolved hatred, tension, or animosity between a Kohen and members of the congregation, the Kohen is required to leave the room before the blessing of Retzeh in the Amidah. This is because Birkat Kohanim must be recited be’ahavah, with love and sincere affection toward the people.

What is the proper behavior of a congregation during Birkat Cohanim? Because there is an opinion that the Yisraelim also fulfill a mitzvah by receiving the beracha, one who is present in the Shul when the Cohanim are called up should not leave until after Birkat Cohanim has been completed. Even if one has already heard Birkat Cohanim earlier that day, it is still considered improper to leave the Shul at the time the Cohanim ascend to give the blessing.

How should birkat cohanim be recited? The Cohanim must be careful to recite each word of the blessing in unison, beginning each word only after the Chazzan has completed it, and ensuring not to prolong the words more than the other Cohanim. [1] When reciting words that end with a Chaf Sofit—such as “Yevarechecha,” “VeYishmerecha,” “Eilecha,” “Viyichuneka,” “Eilecha,” and “Lecha”—as well as the word “Shalom,” the Cohanim turn slightly to their left and right.