Laws of the English Nation

This 11th century work outlines the ecclesiastical laws and decrees established by King William of England following the Norman conquest. It emphasizes the independence of bishops from secular courts, mandates that ecclesiastical matters be resolved according to canon law, and details the responsibilities of laymen and nobles in upholding these laws. Additionally, it stresses the importance of loyalty to the king, the protection of free men, and the enforcement of traditional English customs. The document seeks to unify the kingdom under one faith while also addressing legal and social issues among its subjects.