The very FIRST verse revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in the Quran was all about seeking knowledge - "Recite in the name of your Lord who created.
Aayadihii ugu horeeyey ee Nabi Muxammad (Salallaahu caleyhi wasallam) loo waxyooday waxay ahaayeen: "Akhri, ku billaabid Magaca Alle ee abuuray dhamaan waxa jira.