Blessing on a Monkey, Elephant, and Tall Person
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Question
Hello, Why is it that when a person sees an elephant or a monkey, they must recite the blessing "Meshaneh HaBriyot"? And what is the definition of a "tall and thin" person nowadays?
Answer
Hello
These creatures are different from other animals: the elephant due to its size, and the monkey due to its resemblance to humans.
Tall and thin to the extent that they cannot stand upright because of it. This is something that is almost not found in the world.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 225, Seif 8
Mishnah Berurah, Seif Katan 20.