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/ˈfju.dəlɪzəm/ · feu·dal·ism
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- A social system based on personal ownership of resources and personal fealty between a suzerain (lord) and a vassal (subject). The feudal system that existed in medieval Europe was characterized by direct ownership of resources and personal loyalty.
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- A hierarchical social structure reinforced by religion. The feudal system in Japan was influenced by Buddhism and Shintoism, which reinforced the hierarchical structure.
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- Direct ownership of resources, often in the form of land or titles. The lord held direct ownership of the land and the vassal was granted a fief in exchange for loyalty.
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Did you know? Feudalism was a system that emerged in Europe during the Middle Ages and was characterized by a complex network of relationships between lords, vassals, and serfs. It played a significant role in shaping the social and economic structures of medieval society.
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