Allthing

/ˈɔːlθɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The ancient assembly or parliament of Iceland, where free men gathered to make laws and settle disputes.

Etymology

From Old Norse 'alþingi,' combining 'all' (all) and 'þing' (assembly). This was the legislative body of Iceland from around 930 AD onward, making it one of the world's oldest parliaments.

Kelly Says

The Althing (modern spelling) is still Iceland's parliament today—making it possibly the world's longest continuously operating legislative body! Vikings established democracy centuries before most European nations.

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