Francis Bacon Quotes:
Ocupation: Former Lord Chancellor
Life: January 22, 1561 - April 9, 1626
Birthday: January 22
Death: April 9
Some men covet knowledge out of a natural curiosity and inquisitive temper; some to entertain the mind with variety and delight; some for ornament and reputation; some for victory and contention; many for lucre and a livelihood; and but few for employing the Divine gift of reason to the use and benefit of mankind.
source: Francis Bacon (2016). “The Advancement of Learning”, p.40, Jazzybee Verlag
topic: Knowledge, Men, Curiosity, Inquisitive, Natural Curiosity
