Term

eternal begetting of the Son

Also known as Eternal generation of the Son

The eternal relationship between the Father and the Son within the Trinity; see "eternal generation of the Son."

Filed underTheology Proper

Definition

See 'eternal generation of the Son.' The eternal relationship between the Father and the Son within the Trinity.

Sources

  1. 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 14C.1Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 14C.1.

Last revised August 14, 2026