Ask the Rabbi
- Halacha
- Cohanim
- Cohen's Marriage
Question
Under general conditions a Cohen who has a physical disability can not serve in the Bayit. Does this mean he is also absolved of the rules attaining to marriage? i.e. Marrying a divorcee etc.
Answer
No – for the other restrictions he is as any other Cohen.

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