That is Correct!
(Every day I rose and fell,
at Kirk's command and by Olmec's will.)
Kirk would tell Olmec to lower his gate, and it would be reset for the next taping.
(Those with pendants may pass,
even though they may not last.)
Only those who had proven themselves worthy, and thus had pendants, could pass the gate.
However, there was no certainty of their time in the temple. (eg. Walking Stick and Mummified Hand)
TRJ's turn.