Although this challenge is about Ancestors, I'm not going to cite any one ancestor this week. Philosophers and theologians have often named Pride as the deadliest of the seven deadly sins. I am often very tempted to be Proud of many ancestors including the ones who gave of themselves in service of their country (Military and Wars) and in service of humanity. Many of them showed great courage and fortitude by migrating to distant, foreboding lands and braving horrendous hardships, all of which were essential to my very existence. When tempted, I often think of my other ancestors who were less prominent and accomplished less and try to remember that they were equally important for my presence on earth. I try to replace feelings of Pride with those of simple gratitude and admiration.
When I remember ancestors whom I have known, all of them put great effort into not being Prideful, but humble and without egoism. I don't think they spoke of their children and grandchildren in terms of Pride, although they certainly thought lovingly of us and displayed our photos prominently.
Considering all of those elements, I don't think I can cite any ancestor for Pride, but most of them for the Absence of Pride, which I believe to be extremely important.
I hope that my answer will be considered appropriate in the context if this challenge.
