Precedent: A precedent is a previous event or decision that serves as an example and can influence future actions or decisions.
Enlightenment: The Enlightenment was an intellectual movement during the 18th century that emphasized reason, science, and individual rights. It greatly influenced the ideas behind the formation of the United States.
Magna Carta: The Magna Carta was an influential document signed in 1215 which limited the power of the English monarchy and established certain rights for English citizens. It served as an inspiration for some provisions in the United States Constitution.