What menig of alipin?

The term "alipin" is a Tagalog Word that refers to a slave or servant in pre-colonial Philippine society. It denotes a person who is bound to serve another, often due to debt or capture in war. The alipin system involved various social classes, including "alipin sa gigil" (those who are owned) and "alipin sa sariling bayan" (those who serve without being owned). Over time, the concept evolved, reflecting changes in social structures and relationships in Filipino culture.