Pronounced koe-HAIN, also KOE-hen, Origin: Hebrew, a descendant of the sons of Aaron who served as priests in the Temple in Jerusalem.
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Who Was the High Priest?
The leader of all priests in the ancient Temple had special rights and privileges.
What Are Kohanim, or Jewish ‘Priests’?
Descendants of the biblical figure Aaron, kohanim enjoy special privileges.
