The Temple Institute: In-Depth Temple Study: The Slaughtering Area
 
The Slaughtering Area: Sanctity

The level of sanctity of the Priests' Court. An Israelite was only allowed entry to this area for Temple - related duties, such as: the laying of hands, slaughtering and waving. Entry was also permitted on Yom Kippur and festivals. (Source: Kelim 1:8.) 
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