In a state where corruption abounds, laws must be very numerous.

The more corrupt the state, the more numerous the laws.

The more corrupt the republic, the more numerous the laws.

When the state is most corrupt, then the laws are most multiplied.

When the state is most corrupt, then the laws are most multiplied.

Calvin: Do you believe in the devil? You know, a supreme evil being dedicated to the temptation, corruption, and destruction of man? Hobbes: I'm not sure that man needs the help