O Mighty One! - By Zoya Salahuddin

Written By: Zoya Salahuddin

Category: Poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Zoya Salahuddin presents a commanding entry titled "O Mighty One!" in the Poetry category of the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This evocative piece explores the themes of power, destiny, and divine authority, capturing the imagination with its grandiose language and imagery. Zoya's work invites readers to reflect on the majestic and formidable aspects of leadership and legacy, making it a noteworthy contribution to the competition.

About the Work

"O Mighty One!" is a stirring exploration of divine power and the unyielding spirit of leadership. The poem employs vivid imagery and an authoritative tone to convey the grandeur and inevitability of destiny. Through its depiction of mighty figures and celestial realms, the work reflects on themes of invincibility and the cosmic order, challenging readers to contemplate the nature of true power and legacy.

O Mighty One!

Original Submission by Zoya Salahuddin

O Mighty One! Falter not thy gait,

For thy footsteps make even the great warriors of the Colosseum quake.

Stagger not, nor hesitate.

For thou hast deciphered the secret to eternal power, the sun, the moon, the stars, all thine to claim.

The colossal Gods above, envious of thy might,

Strike thou down they might,

Thou, who art all powerful, all knowing, defy their wrath, bereave them of their ego, strip them of their so-called virtue, and once again, in all glory, rise.

Even on those sultry Roman days, thou shalt pave the way for the rest, in their hearts a fire, ignite.

Thine empire calls to thee, O Mighty One! Falter not thy gait. Thou art Emperor. Thou art God.

For thee have they, those towering Carrara marble spectacles carved, for thee have Those above, the world carved.

To thy feet, they all shall fall.

No Jupiter, no Mars.

Only thou shalt conquer it all.

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar offers a platform for writers and poets around the globe to showcase their creativity and skill. This esteemed competition celebrates literary talent, providing participants an opportunity to share their unique perspectives and voices with a broader audience.

We extend our gratitude to Zoya Salahuddin for sharing her powerful poem, "O Mighty One!", with us in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her exploration of power and destiny adds depth to the competition, and we are honored to feature her work. Thank you, Zoya, for your inspiring contribution.

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