大乘起信論義記 3.145

3.145

In the former [part] there are two: first, five phrases unpack the general into the specific; later, from 'and so forth' on, gathers the specific into the general. In the five phrases: first, embracing sentient beings with love and affection; second, dwelling in a low position to guide beings; third, being of the same kind to exhort and inspire; fourth, terrifying them to bring them onto the Way; fifth, directly using the four methods of embracing to make them cultivate benefits. The text can be understood.