“The surplus wealth we have gained to some extent at least belongs to our fellow beings; we are only the temporary custodians of our fortunes, and let us be careful that no just complaint can be made against our stewardship.”
Quote by Jacob Schiff
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Jacob Schiff
Jacob Schiff was a prominent banker, born on January 10, 1847, and died on September 25, 1920. He held a significant position in the American financial world and was one of the founders of the American investment bank Morgan Stanley. His influence on the development of American finance and international relations was profound. more
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Source: Ethics: The Nicomachean Ethics