Starting the Chazan's Repetition before Stepping Back for 'Oseh Shalom'
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Question
What should a chazan do if there is someone praying behind him who cannot step back? Should he step back before the person praying, or start the chazan's repetition and then take his three steps?
Answer
It is preferable for the chazan to take his three steps to the sides and only then begin the repetition, as it is forbidden for the chazan to start the repetition before stepping back. If there are also people praying on the sides, he should begin the repetition.
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