National Covenant

The National Covenant was a significant document signed in 1638 in Scotland by a group of Presbyterians. It asserted their commitment to maintaining the Presbyterian form of church governance and resisting the imposition of Anglican practices by the monarchy. The Covenant rejected the authority of the king over church matters, emphasizing the right of the Scottish people to determine their own religious affairs. This act marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for religious and political freedoms, leading to conflicts between Scotland and England, and played a foundational role in the development of Scottish national identity.