A.T. Robertson Commentary Luke 1:78

"Because of the tender mercy of our God, Whereby the dayspring from on high shall visit us," — Luke 1:78 (ASV)

Tender mercy (σπλαγχνα ελεους). Bowels of mercy literally (1 Peter 3:8; James 3:11). Revised margin has it, hearts of mercy.

The dayspring from on high (ανατολη εξ υψους). Literally, rising from on high, like the rising sun or stars (Isaiah 60:19). The word is used also of a sprouting plant or branch (Jeremiah 23:5; Zechariah 6:12), but that does not suit here.

Shall visit (επεσκεψετα), correct text, cf. 1:68.