Covenanting Scots

Covenanting Scots refers to a group of Scottish Presbyterians in the 17th century who committed to uphold their religious beliefs and resist royal interference in their church governance. This movement emerged in response to attempts by the monarchy to impose Episcopalian practices. The prominent Covenant, known as the National Covenant of 1638, affirmed their right to worship according to their interpretation of the Bible. Their struggles led to significant political and religious conflicts, including the Wars of the Three Kingdoms, influencing Scotland’s trajectory and the development of Presbyterianism. The Covenanting legacy is still felt in Scottish identity today.