Dogma? I am God

Dogma? I am God!
I am proud that God lives loudly in me!

They asked me to kneel
to the creed carved in stone,
to the hush of sanctified silence—
but I am thunder.

I am the voice that breaks the veil.

Dogma? I am God!
Not cloistered in cathedrals,
not bound by scroll or sermon.

I blaze in the breath of the living,
in the pulse of the repentant heart.

They said: hush your fire,
dim your light,
be humble before the altar.
But I am the altar.
I am the flame.

Dogma? I am God!
Not in denial,
but in declaration.
Not in fear,
but in fierce becoming.

Let them write their laws.
Let them chant their chains.
I will dance in the ruins
and sing in the storm.

Dogma? I am God!
God lives loudly in me!

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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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