The flag is actually royal purple with the white fleur-de-lis and rope. The World Organization of Scouting Movements (WOSM), headquartered in Switzerland. The flag represents all member organizations of the WOSM in a like manner as the United Nations flags represents all member nations of the UN. The flag is taken from the fleur-de-lis, or lily of the flower, found as part of the Scout emblem of every other nation's Scouting organizations. It is also found frequently on compasses and pointing devices and points in the true direction, as Scouts should also be moving positively forward. The two stars on the flag allude to truth and knowledge, the two most important elements found in the creeds, promises and oaths of all member organizations. They also remind us of the stars in the sky and the outdoor element of Scouting. The rope encircles the fleur-de-lis and is a reminder of the true brotherhood of all WOSM members. The rope is tied at the bottom in a reef know, which is the most useful of all rope knots if tied properly and reminds us of obligations to be of service to one another as well as to be useful. Note that this flag is not the flag of the Boy Scouts of America nor any other country's association, it represents all Scouting associations.