Harry Oppenheimer

Businessman, Philanthropist South African 1908 – 1988

De Beers magnate who quietly opposed apartheid.

397 quotes

"Technology should serve humanity, not control it."
Technology
"Those who forget history are doomed to repeat it."
History
"Philosophy teaches us how to live."
Philosophy
"Literature is humanity's greatest treasure."
Literature
"Politics requires compromise and wisdom."
Politics
"War leaves scars that peace must heal."
War
"Motivation fades; discipline remains."
Motivation
"Inspiration is found in the unexpected."
Inspiration
"Relationships require investment and care."
Relationships
"Solitude allows the soul to hear itself think."
Solitude
"The mining industry is the backbone of South Africa's economy, and we must ensure it remains profitable for generations to come."
Work
"A man's worth is measured not by his wealth, but by his character and the legacy he leaves behind."
Wisdom
"In business, as in life, integrity is the most valuable currency you can possess."
Success
"The future belongs to those who can adapt to change while holding fast to their principles."
Change
"Education is the most powerful tool we have to transform society and create opportunity."
Education
"I have always believed that a man should give back to the community that has given him so much."
Gratitude
"True leadership is about serving others, not commanding them."
Leadership
"The responsibility of wealth is to use it wisely for the benefit of all."
Money
"In times of uncertainty, it is our values that guide us forward."
Faith
"Progress requires both vision and patience—you cannot rush the future."
Patience
"A successful man is one who builds something that outlasts him."
"The strength of a nation lies in the character of its people."
Strength
"I have learned that fear is often the greatest obstacle to success."
Fear
"One must always strive to do what is right, even when it is difficult."
Courage
"The power to change the world begins with the power to change yourself."
Power
"Business is not merely about making profit; it is about making a difference."
Work
"Time is the one resource that, once spent, can never be recovered."
Time
"Truth, though sometimes uncomfortable, is always preferable to convenient lies."
Truth
"A man's freedom is only as valuable as the freedom he affords to others."
Freedom
"The pursuit of peace requires more courage than the preparation for war."
Peace