Who said "Fear is merely the absence of understanding."?

This quote is attributed to John Smith.

Fear is merely the absence of understanding. - John Smith

"Fear is merely the absence of understanding."

John Smith Fear

"If I never knew you, I would have made it through life completely free of doubt, so it's true I owe you a lot"

"Look at the stars - they're the same ones that shine down on my people back home"

"I came here to find gold and glory, but I found something far more valuable"

"You showed me a world I never could have imagined"

"Face your fears with courage."

"You can't live your life in fear."

"Snakes. Why'd it have to be snakes?"

"Fear is just another obstacle to overcome."