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From today's OU Kosher Halacha Yomis<br><br>
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Q. Does the mitzvah of V?kidashto (honoring a Kohen) apply only to male
Kohanim, or does it also apply to daughters of Kohanim or the wives of
Kohanim?<br><br>
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A. It is clear from all the sources that the mitzvah of V?kidashto
applies only to male Kohanim (Sefer Kedushas HaKohanim K?Hilchaso 2:1).
The Torah states that one should sanctify the Kohen since he offers the
Korbanos (sacrifices) in the Beis Hamikdash. This description applies
only to men and not to women. Although the daughters of Kohanim are
entitled to eat Teruma and may eat from certain Korbanos that are
designated only for Kohanim, they are not eligible to serve in the Beis
Hamikdash.<br><br>
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