Its level of sanctity was higher than that of the Court of Israel. Pure Israelites were permitted entry into the Priests' Court only to perform specific Temple duties, such as those related to offerings they bring: the laying of hands, confession and slaughtering. (Source: Kelim: 1:9).  The Slaughtering Area
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