تعريف ومعنى "[look] before {sb} [leap]"

What is the origin of the idiom "look before someone leap" and when to use it?

The phrase "look before someone leap" is an old English idiom that advises caution and careful consideration before taking any action or making a decision. Its origins can be traced back to various forms in English literature over several centuries. The is used to emphasize the importance of thinking through the potential consequences or risks of an action before acting impulsively or without due consideration.