Written assignment

Analyse the National Covenant of 1638 as a document. Describe its three parts and what each contributes; explain what the subscribers bound themselves to (doctrine, worship, government, loyalty to the king) and what they refused; then compare its aims with those of the Solemn League and Covenant (1643). Close by assessing, from WCF 22 (lawful oaths and vows), whether the Covenants could bind later generations, stating the Covenanter (Reformed Presbyterian) answer and the Free Church answer fairly. Length: 5 pages. Assessed on: Accurate account of the Covenant's structure, with quotations; Explains the 1581 Confession's place inside the 1638 Covenant; Compares the 1638 and 1643 Covenants precisely; States both positions on continuing obligation fairly, with WCF 22; Clear argument, correct citations.