One reason, I believe, is that humans are prone to the sin of greed. We are never satisfied with what we have, and our desires know no bounds: "The more one has, the more one desires." This insatiable appetite for more leads to a world where some have too much, while others have too little.

Another reason is the lack of wisdom and foresight. Humans often act impulsively, without considering the long-term consequences of their actions. We prioritize short-term gains over the greater good, thereby creating an imbalance in the distribution of resources. A healthy body requires balance and moderation; similarly, a healthy society requires a balance between individual interests and the common good.

Furthermore, the world's resources are indeed bountiful, but they are not always utilized wisely. As the Talmud teaches, "The earth produces according to the needs of its inhabitants." However, human neglect, corruption, and shortsightedness often lead to waste and inequality.

I remain hopeful. For I believe that humanity has the capacity for teshuvah, for return and repentance. We can learn to live in harmony with one another and with the natural world. We can strive for a world where the resources are shared fairly, where the strong support the weak, and where justice and compassion reign supreme.

In my works , I have emphasized the importance of the middle path, the "golden mean" between excess and deficiency. I have also highlighted the need for education, critical thinking, and moral leadership to guide humanity toward a more just and equitable society.

Let us not lose faith in humanity's potential. Let us work together to create a world where all people can live fairly and equally, where the earth's resources are harnessed for the benefit of all, and where the Divine spark within us shines brightly, guiding us toward a brighter future

Dear Stephen I. Ternyik,

I congratulate you wholeheartedly for these beautiful thoughts.

Sincerely,

Inequality persists due to systemic factors such as unequal access to education, healthcare, capital, and political power; while global resources are abundant, distribution is governed by entrenched structures and incentives that favor wealth concentration, leaving many feeling powerless.