Covenanter

The Covenanters were a radical Presbyterian movement that played an important part in the history of Scotland, and to a lesser extent in that of England, during the 17th century.

Related Topics:
Presbyterian - Scotland - England - 17th century

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They derive their name from the Scottish term covenant for a band or legal document. There were two important covenants in Scottish history, the National Covenant and the Solemn League and Covenant.

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