Kohanim

Secular elites are divorced from 'common people' -- kohanim keep us connected

Sister to a tribal prince, wife of Aharon the Kohen Gadol (High Priest), and matriarch of a priestly dynasty, Elisheva's legacy blends royalty, righteousness, and faith

Fifteen words of divine blessing, and hundreds of Kohanim together imparting this blessing to the people in the fields: Mass gatherings for the Priestly Blessing have been held in Jerusalem for nine years. Rabbi Avraham Yeshayahu Stern shares what's behind the initiative and the long journey the blessings have taken since then.

From Ancient Temple Service to Modern Traditions: The Kohen’s Unique Status in Jewish Life Today

A groundbreaking genetic study reveals a shared gene among Kohanim from diverse backgrounds: Ashkenazi, Sephardi, Yemenite, and Tunisian.

Understanding the religious reasoning behind a viral image of an ultra-Orthodox man covered in plastic wrap on an airplane

The special role of the Kohanim, their unique mitzvot and how they continue their legacy today.