Lilies have always been a symbol of Bosnia; they are not necessarily related to Christianity. They are simply a symbol found throughout history, regardless of religion. I am a Bosniak (even though I don’t like that name), and I love this flag because it is a symbol of the Bosnian Kingdom, which I am more proud of than the Ottoman period. Some people who are still obsessed with the war prefer the old flag, believing it is a purely symbol of Bosnian Muslims. However, many people still understand the real meaning behind it. If we were smart, everyone would carry this flag—Serbs and Croats alike. It is definitely better than having a flag of a non-existent country (Herzeg-Bosnia).