Halachot and Customs
Priestly Blessing: When Is It Recited?
Question
I would like to know when the Priestly Blessing takes place, in which prayers, and on which days. Thank you.
R.D.
Answer
Hello
In most areas of the country [including Beersheba], the kohanim bless the people every day during the Shacharit prayer, in the repetition of the Amidah before the final blessing [of course, the Priestly Blessing is recited only if there are kohanim in the synagogue]. In the Galilee, it has long been customary in many communities for the kohanim to bless the congregation only during the Mussaf prayer on Shabbat. And outside of Israel, it is recited only on holidays during the Mussaf prayer. Success - Menashe Israel
