Who said "The pursuit of knowledge is the noblest of all pursuits."?

This quote is attributed to René Descartes.

The pursuit of knowledge is the noblest of all pursuits. - René Descartes

"The pursuit of knowledge is the noblest of all pursuits."

René Descartes Motivation

Philosopher and Mathematician French 1596–1650

"I think, therefore I am."

"Divide each difficulty into as many parts as is feasible and necessary to resolve it."

"The greatest minds are capable of the greatest vices as well as of the greatest virtues."

"Doubt is the key to knowledge."

"I believe in working hard for what you want."

"Never underestimate the power of determination."

"I don't need a reason to fight."

"The most important thing is the mission. Nothing else matters."