Of this grand mantra, i.e. the Thousand Names of Vishnu, the venerable veda Vyaasa is Rishi.
The meter is Anushtup.
The Diety is Sriman Naaraayanaa, the Supreme Soul, the All-pervader.
The seed of the Mantra is the Sun because of which the Moon shines.
The power of this Mantra is Devaki's son.
The essential part of the mantra is the Creator of the Universe.
The linch pin of this great mantra is the God Vishnu who holds the Shanghu and Nandakee Chakram in his hands.
The weapon of the mantra is the Lord Vishnu who holds the Gadhaa and Bow and Arrow in his arms.
The eye of this mantra is the Lord Vishnu who resides in the ocean and is ever fearless.
The armor of this mantra is the Saama who is prayed at all three times of the day.
The womb of genesis of this Mantra is the Happy Para Brahma or the Supreme Soul.
The enclosure binding the directions (east, west, south and north) is the one controlling the six seasons and delightful to see - kaala.
The contemplation is on the Universal form.
Its purpose and utility is in the Thousand Names being used for praising and pleasing Vishnu.