👉 Serfdom is a concept in classical and medieval European philosophy that describes the social or economic condition of those who are dependent on others, such as serfs. This concept originated from the idea of slave labor, which was used to produce goods for the production of wealth. In this context, serfdom meant having no freedom or independence over one's own life and work. It often referred to a state where individuals were forced into servitude under the control of their lords or rulers. Serf