Under what circumstances may a chazzan be removed from his position?
Synopsis
The Mechaber rules a chazzan may not be removed without a proven disqualification. The Rema specifies that rumors alone are insufficient; witnesses are needed. Specific disqualifying behaviors include wearing filthy clothes while leading, use of foul language, and singing non-Jewish songs. An aging chazzan's son takes precedence for succession.
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