English covenants are agreements made between different people or organisations that outline rights and responsibilities. For example, a covenant between a landlord and a tenant may outline the tenant's right to live in the home and the landlord's responsibility to make sure the home is safe and well-maintained. Covenants help to keep everyone involved in an agreement Honourable and trustworthy. Think of an English covenant like a promise. Both sides make an agreement and promise to follow it.