The Sorcerer's Apprentice

Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.

This proverb is often attributed to ancient folk wisdom, and like many such sayings, it doesn’t have a single, definitive originator. It’s generally considered a traditional proverb that has been passed down through generations in various cultures.

The saying appears in different forms across multiple languages and cultures, suggesting it emerged independently in different parts of the world as people observed similar patterns in human behavior.

While various people have used and popularized the phrase throughout history, it’s best described as a piece of traditional wisdom rather than being credited to any specific individual.

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