forebear

schoolchildren studying up on their forebears' games and chores.

an island once owned by his forebears;

The original Mangonel was first used in Roman times to fling large rocks at enemies.This Mangonel, though bearing some resemblance to its forebear, is far larger than its Roman counterparts.

Each individual’s youth faithfully repeats that of his forebears, introducing him to a role that lives on unchanged: it is a “pre-scribed” youth, which, to quote Mannheim again, knows no “entelechy.

My forebears emigrated from Ireland to America in the 19th century.

It is important to honor the traditions passed down by our forebears.

I feel a strong connection to my forebears when I visit their homeland.

Learning about the struggles of our forebears can provide insight into our own challenges.

The values instilled by our forebears continue to guide us in our daily lives.

I often wonder what life was like for my forebears in their time.

Our forebears' sacrifices paved the way for the opportunities we have today.

The stories of our forebears inspire us to persevere through challenges.

I take pride in the accomplishments of my forebears and strive to carry on their legacy.

Honoring our forebears' memory is a way to show gratitude for all they have done.