þjóðfundur
A þjóðfundur, which translates to "national assembly" or "people's meeting" in Icelandic, is a historical term referring to large gatherings of the Icelandic populace. These assemblies played a significant role in Icelandic society, particularly during periods before the establishment of more formal representative government. They served as a forum for discussing important matters, making decisions, and expressing the will of the people.
Historically, þjóðfundur were not always formally convened but could arise organically in response to pressing issues.
In modern Iceland, the concept of a þjóðfundur has been revived in certain contexts, often as a