WoPoLi

Babylon


Oh, Babylon, ancient and grand,
With tales of power in the sand,
To a child, I share the lore,
Of empires mighty, now no more.
In Babylon’s storied, regal past,
Lessons of pride and strength held fast.
A city reaching for the sky,
Met its fall through ambition high.

Its story, a lesson of vanity’s chase,
Teaches that wealth can’t fill the space.
In the end, it turned to dust,
A warning for all, a truth we must trust.
So, little one, as you grow wise,
Let humility and kindness be your prize.
From Babylon’s rise and eventual fall,
Find wisdom in history’s hall.

The tale of Babylon, in the Bible’s grace,
Teaches us of vanity’s fleeting chase,
Let not your heart be filled with greed,
For material wealth is not what we need,
In ancient pages, old yet clear,
are truths for every heart to hear.
Embrace these lessons, let your story be,
A reflection of grace and humility.

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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