Bible Dictionary
BEGOTTEN
To be begotten normally describes the physical relation of parent and child, but Scripture also uses it figuratively for God’s relation to Israel, believers, and Christ. In passages concerning Christ, “begotten” emphasizes His sonship and royal or priestly dignity, with differing interpretations concerning the precise event referred to.
Biblical Usage
The Bible speaks of God begetting or bringing forth His people and of those who love and obey Him as begotten of God. “Begotten” is also applied to Christ’s sonship and dignity. The supplied discussion considers whether this refers to eternal sonship, incarnation, resurrection, ascension, or the historical realization of His filial and priestly status.