"they had stolen his grandfather's heritage"

• valued objects and qualities such as historic buildings and cultural traditions that have been passed down from previous generations

  "Europe's varied cultural heritage"

• denoting or relating to things of special architectural, historical, or natural value that are preserved for the nation

  "a heritage centre"

• denoting a traditional brand or product regarded as emblematic of fine craftsmanship

  "heritage brands have found a growing cachet among younger customers"

• denoting a breed of livestock or poultry that was once traditional to an area but is no longer farmed in large numbers

  "Cotswold sheep are considered a heritage breed in Canada"

• (of a plant variety) not hybridized with another; old-fashioned

  "heritage roses"

"God's love remains your heritage"