Strong’s G3439

μονογενής

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

monogenés

Pronunciation

mo-no-ge-NACE

Definition

Only begotten, unique, one and only

Meaning

only, only-begotten; unique.

Usage

The term "monogenés" is used in the New Testament to describe a unique or singular relationship, often in the context of a parent-child relationship. In Christian theology, it is most notably used to describe Jesus Christ as the "only begotten" Son of God, emphasizing His unique divine sonship and the singularity of His relationship with the Father.

Bible references

Luke 7:12;Luke 8:42;Luke 9:38;John 1:14;John 1:18;John 3:16;John 3:18;Hebrews 11:17;1 John 4:9