the climb to heaven

The steps to the temple
The devotees huff and puff
Old and young brave up the efforts
The long climb to get prayers

On festivals the throng of people
Coming all over the country
Gathering to pay homage
To the deities granting wishes

Beggars and food and drink operators
Doing roaring business on the people
Tourists and devotees come many
Giving alms no way to be stingy

The climb to heaven
The devotees believe
Offering alms and prayers
They will get credits

The steps to heaven
The journey of no door
Into the temple ground
The prayers and idols

The verses and religious songs
Ringing out to greet the masses
Ushering good tidings choking smoke
A test of faith; a small step to the light