If people could climb a staircase that eventually led to Heaven after a long and virtuous life, many would eagerly start the climb without delay. If steps to Heaven could be counted, many would want to know how many there were. Even if the staircase involved uneven steps and multiple curves, steep sections, narrow passages and rail-less steps at dizzying heights, there would still be those willing to undertake this challenging ascent. Many would still embark on the arduous climb.