Stephen acknowledged Henry as (ie recognized his claim to be) his heir.
斯蒂芬接受亨利为他的继承人.
He is the eldest son and thus heir to the title.
他是长子,因此是头衔的继承人。
And therefore the proof is best, when men keep their authority towards the children, but not heir purse.
聪明的父母对子女在管理上是严格的,而在用钱上不妨略宽松,这常常是有好效果的。