From what I've seen of most people, by the time you're reduced to needing to steal to feed a starving child, if you simply humble yourself enough to ask, you'll be given more than you need.

I do know know what the Qu'ran says, but I do know the Bible and though it does forbid stealing, it also says "ask and you shall receive" - and proceeds to talk about the beauty of the lilies and the sparrow, whom the Heavenly Father feeds and clothes, and reminds us how much more we are loved by Him.

So, yes, stealing is always wrong - but not because it hurts someone else, but because it shows our lack of faith and willing to humble ourselves enough to ask.

Good question/post though. Thanks for sharing it.