Odalism

Odalism is a historical socio-political system rooted in early Germanic and Norse societies, characterized by collective landownership and hierarchical social structures. It centered around the "odal" or "eald," which represented ancestral land passed down through generations, often held by noble families or chieftains. This system emphasized loyalty, kinship ties, and a sense of shared responsibility within tribes or clans. Odalism also influenced legal and cultural practices related to inheritance, land rights, and social duties, shaping the societal organization of early Northern European communities.