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All men by nature desire knowledge. The instinct to want to know, to understand, is an innate desire in all people. The ability to learn, make new discoveries, and develop are all registered in our DNA. It is said that our ancestors were hunter gatherers and that at some point they made the transition to agriculture.
Agriculture allowed for more space and time for people to explore their surroundings, which led them to want more information about the world around them. This need for knowledge resulted in the invention of writing, which allowed for us to record our discoveries and experiences so that they could be passed on from one generation to the next. This need for knowledge has allowed us to create cultures around many different topics, including art, science, literature, business, entertainment, sports and so much more.
Source: On Man In The Universe
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