Why is spirituality considered only for a few wealthy people?

According to Osho, genuine spirituality flowers when basic bodily needs are fulfilled; leisure and freedom from survival anxiety awaken higher longings of consciousness. Thus the rich have the opportunity, while the poor are pushed to use religion as consolation. Powerholders also promote pacifying religiosity to keep the poor content, making true inner quest seem a luxury of the wealthy—though rare, exceptional poor seekers exist.

When your belly is full and life feels safe, you can wonder about deeper truths; if you’re hungry, you just hunt for food—and the powerful often encourage this so real seeking stays with the comfortable.