A feudal society is a social structure that existed during the Middle Ages, where land was owned by kings or lords but held by vassals in return for their loyalty and service.
Think of a feudal society like a school. The king or lord is like the principal who owns the school (land). The teachers are like vassals who use classrooms (land) given to them by the principal in exchange for teaching students (service).
Serfdom: This refers to the status of peasants under feudalism, specifically relating to manorialism. It was a condition of bondage or modified slavery which developed primarily during the High Middle Ages in Europe.
Manorialism: This is an essential element of feudal society. It's like the administrative system managing rural economy and society, with the lord having authority over serfs living within his manor.
Vassalage: This term refers to a set of reciprocal legal and military obligations among warriors in a feudal system. It's similar to how teachers have certain responsibilities towards their principal and vice versa.
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