"The Temple of the King" is a track from Rainbow's second album Rising 1976 and is one of the band's signature songs. The song features Ronnie James Dio's narrative and fantasy-driven lyrics, along with Ritchie Blackmore's emotional guitar playing, creating a medieval and mystical atmosphere. The songwriting and composition of "The Temple of the King" were a collaboration between Ritchie Blackmore and Ronnie James Dio. Blackmore was responsible for the melody and guitar, while Dio wrote the lyrics. This song is a prime example of their creative synergy, showcasing their collaboration.