Why is Jesus referred to as 'Dayspring'?
Luke 1: By the remission of their sins, 78 Through the tender mercy of our God, With which the 11 Dayspring from on high 12 has visited us; 79 c To give light to those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, (NKJV)
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Asked June 24 2014
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Lesley Clark
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Seth Freeman
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The word “dayspring” means the morning light, the aurora, the rising of the sun. It is called the dayspring “from on high” because the light of the gospel shines forth from heaven. God is its Author, and through His mercy it shines upon people. There is here, doubtless, a reference to Isaiah 60:1-2; indeed, almost the very words of that place are quoted. Compare also Revelation 22:16. - Albert Barnes
brad heath
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Lesley, the footnote 11 next to the word Dayspring in this passage states "Lit. Dawn; the Messiah". I hope this helps.
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