Why did the puritans who settled in new England from a covenant community?

The Puritans who settled in New England formed a covenant community as a way to establish a society based on their religious beliefs and moral values. They viewed themselves as a chosen people, bound by a covenant with God to live according to biblical principles, which encouraged a sense of collective responsibility and mutual support. This communal approach aimed to create a model Christian society that would inspire others and fulfill their vision of a "city upon a hill." Their emphasis on unity and shared purpose was central to their identity and governance.