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Question
If the only Cohen in a shul on Shabbat is an Onen, can he get an Aliyah?
Answer
A Cohen who is an Onen shouldn't 'duchin' for Birkat Cohanim, and shouldn't get an Aliyah - even if he is the only Cohen around.
(Shulchan Aruch 128:43, Mishna Brurah ibid:158)
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