Francis Bacon Quote

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.

The Philosophical Works of Francis Bacon: Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Albans... (ed. 1733)