Poetry at Sangam

Poetry at Sangam showcases poetry in English and translations as well as essays on poetics and news of new releases.

by Shailza Rai

i was named
love
after i lost my breath
to the sea
i was named
death
after i lost my shadow
to the dreams
i was called
a god
after i entered your being
and touched your fire
what are we doing?
Two children
two gods
two devils
two angels
two humans
locked in a planetary dance

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