Light Bending in General Relativity Explained through a Universal Formula of Systemic Balance

Abstract The bending of light around massive objects is one of the most celebrated predictions of General Relativity (GR), classically explained through the curvature of spacetime caused by mass-energy distributions. This paper demonstrates how the phenomenon can also be interpreted through the lens of a universal formula grounded in systemic balance, feedback, and defect-free operation. By mapping GR concepts to a framework of balance and system integrity, light bending can be viewed as a natural systemic response to mass-induced imbalances. Quantitative equivalence to GR predictions is maintained, while providing a holistic Interpretation that emphasizes universal laws governing both physical and conceptual systems.