Term

The Magna Carta

A 1215 legal document that limited the power of the English monarchy and established principles of due process and individual rights.

Filed underChurch History

Definition

Signed by King John of England in 1215, is a significant legal document that limits the power of the monarchy and protects the rights of individuals. It established principles of due process, the right to a fair trial, and limitations on royal power.

Last revised August 14, 2026