The meek shall inherit the Earth, but not its mineral rights.The New York Times, 1982
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J. Paul Getty was an American industrialist and founder of the Getty Oil Company. He is best known for being one of the richest men in the world during his time and for his extensive art collection that formed the basis of the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles.
1892–1976·lived 84 years
The meek shall inherit the Earth, but not its mineral rights.The New York Times, 1982
If you can actually count your money, then you're not a rich man.
Money is like manure. You have to spread it around or it smells.
If you can count your money, you don't have a billion dollars.The J. Paul Getty Museum, 1998
It is usually people in the money business, finance, and international trade that are really rich.Robin Leach – It is usually people in… – Success Manifestation Secrets, 2019
In times of rapid change, experience could be your worst enemy.
A hatred of failure has always been part of my nature.The Autobiography of J. Paul Getty
I hate to be a failure. I hate and regret the failure of my marriages. I would gladly give all my millions for just one lasting marital success.How to Be Rich, p. 45, 1965
There are one hundred men seeking security to one able man who is willing to risk his fortune.KGB Report, 2023
Formula for success: rise early, work hard, strike oil.The Luck Of Being Ready For And Open To Opportunities, Forbes, 2022
That’s all 10 quotes by J. Paul Getty.