What were key differences in the two types of slavery?

The two main types of slavery historically recognized are chattel slavery and debt bondage. Chattel slavery treats individuals as property that can be bought, sold, and inherited, often dehumanizing them and stripping away rights and identity. In contrast, debt bondage involves individuals working to pay off a debt, where their labor is tied to repayment, but they may retain some personal agency and rights. The key difference lies in the permanence and dehumanization in chattel slavery compared to the more contractual nature of debt bondage, although both systems exploit and oppress individuals.