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)

Clarify • Share • Report • Asked June 24 2014 • Lesley Clark