Hershel feels that he’s not getting enough Aliyahs, and so he goees in to see the Rabbi.
He wants to become a Kohain.
Although reluctant, the Rabbi, after much persuasion and arm twisting, finally agrees to the request. But on one condition.
“They know you here. You must move to another Congregation where no one will know your prior status.” Hershel agrees to the condition, and moves to another Congregation. On his first Shabbos there, right before Torah Reading, the Parnass (Gabbai) comes up to greet Hershel, and to welcome the new face.
“By the way”, continues the Gabbai, “are you a Kohain?”.
“Absolutely” came the answer.
“In that case,” replied the Gabbai, “I would like to respectfully request that you leave the room for /td
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