past participle of be gathered to one's fathers

One was born into a privileged position; one inherited one's wealth and status.

Many people will seek credit for success, but few will accept responsibility for failure.

One can never be sure of one's paternity.

(music, mnemonic) A mnemonic for the order of sharps: F C G D A E B.

Characteristic of what is considered the ideal behaviour pertaining to fatherhood. / Characteristic of fathers, paternal.

In a way pertaining to, befitting, or of a father.

The state of being a father.

The country of one's ancestors. / The country of one's birth, origin.

Without a (living) father. / (figuratively) Without a known author or inventor.