Narayana is the Supreme Lord. Illustrious and gifted with great power. He is the soul of all creatures. Indeed, O foremost of twice-born ones, the energy of Narayana is irresistible.
स ईशो भगवान् देवः सर्वभूतात्मभावनः॥ अहो नारायणं तेजो दुर्दर्श द्विजसत्तम।