Talk:feudalism

Overly long definition
"A social system based on personal ownership of resources and personal fealty between a suzerain (lord) and a vassal (subject). Some social-evolutionary theories hold that mankind is evolving through several stages that started with communism and will ultimately return there, having passed through classical society, feudalism, and capitalism, although these phases seem more characteristic of Europe than elsewhere. Defining characteristics are direct ownership of resources, personal loyalty, and a hierarchical social structure reinforced by religion."
 * In my opinion, only the first and last sentences of this are relevant for a dictionary. Fyrius 07:41, 6 June 2008 (UTC)