EN | Why are some Israelis not allowed to enter cemeteries?

This is the English version of a German episode.In Israel, there are men who are forbidden by Jewish law from using certain roads. It comes down to a religious rule that has been in place for thousands of years. Kohanim — male descendants of the biblical priests — are not permitted to be near the dead. In Israel alone, that affects hundreds of thousands of people. What sounds like a footnote has shaped city planning, hospital architecture, and even flight paths.Questions, feedback, or topic suggestions: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ Editorial & Production: Elisabeth Krafft Originally published in German as:  Warum dürfen manche Israelis keine Friedhöfe betreten?This episode was translated with the help of AI.