The God is in his sanctum;
From within, he rules one and all.
The priests guard him, and chant their mantrams,
Drawing power from the Supreme God!
The worshipers queue up to pay
Homage and offer their Worship,
For his grace or displeasure mean
A lot to them, and their well-being!
Established rituals known to all,
They mouth the chants to keep him happy;
Cover him with garlands and flowers,
and prostrate, gaze adoringly!
There are festival days well marked,
When All Hands meet to tow the chariot;
They pay obeisance in Open House,
Bow to him, and sing his praises!
Every one knows the liturgy,
The right words of song and praise.
Every one bows to the clergy,
Who in turn, ensure they obey!
Everyone bows, everyone scrapes,
The temple bells are ringing loud!
For this is the God whose Judgment Day
is near; not in some future, but now!
Dinesh Gopalan
9 October, 2015
09/10/15
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