Must the hazzan (prayer leader) also stand while the Torah is being read?

PrayerTorah ReadingPhysical Conduct

Synopsis

The Rema rules that the hazzan who calls up the person (qoreh) must also stand next to the reader.

Early Acharonim
Late Acharonim
Lenient
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Lesser cited
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