lýðfræðilegar

lýðfræðilegar, also known as people's theory or folk psychology, is a concept in Icelandic social and political thought. The term is derived from the Icelandic words "lýð" meaning people and "fræðilegar" meaning theoretical or scientific.

In the context of Icelandic politics, lýðfræðilegar refers to a theoretical framework that seeks to understand and describe the social and cultural values of the Icelandic people. This framework is often associated with the country's early 20th-century intellectuals, who sought to modernize and democratize Icelandic society.

lýðfræðilegar was influenced by the ideas of the nordic folk movement, which emphasized the importance of folk culture and traditional ways of life. Icelandic proponents of lýðfræðilegar sought to apply these ideas to the country's modernizing society, arguing that they should prioritize the collective welfare and social solidarity of the Icelandic people.

The lýðfræðilegar movement has been seen as a precursor to Icelandic social democracy and has had a lasting impact on the country's social and economic policies. However, its influence and legacy are not without controversy, with some critics arguing that it has been used to justify strains of nationalism and populism.

Throughout the 20th century, the ideas of lýðfræðilegar continued to shape Icelandic politics and society. While its influence is still debated, the movement remains an important part of Icelandic intellectual and cultural history.