The name is Paper Lily , But Why ? REVEALED *THEORY*

[¤RAV¤ Jesus]

The Flower Lily is a flower that represent a cycle , in christianity is the cycle of rebirth and in other religions has other meaning as well, the common denominator is the term Cycle , but exactly what kind of Cycle ?
i think Lilith ( the demon in the garden at the beginning of Project Kat ) tell us exactly what kind of Cycle is Paper Lily about , let's analyze her words
Lilith : " You should be more careful abou the decisions you make "
Lilith : " The solution may seem obvious , but there is always another way"
Lilith : " You may not notice it right away , but your actions will have an impact sooner or later"
Lilith : " Sadly , regret is always in the shadow of choice "

Her words are specifically talking about the cycle of
1) Choice
2) Consequence
3) Regret

Of course Regret informs your future choiches and thus forming a cycle

Ok so now we probably know why the Lily flower is in the name of the game , there is 1 word yet to figure out : Paper
I have been thinking about it for quite a bit of time , first i tought it might be some obscure reference to some old legend , couldn't find anything meaningful.
Let's put like this : What's the difference between a Paper Lily Flower and a Lily Flower.

Why does game give you the paper lily folding steps and not directly a Paper Lily Flower to put in the vase ?
Simple , whoever sent the Paper Lily folding Steps wants Lacie to fold the Paper HERSELF
So the key is that the Paper Lily Flower is made WITH YOUR OWN HANDS , remember the beginning of Paper Lily starts exactly with this concept , "Making decisions is hard , is easier to let the flow carry you , until doing nothing makes more harm then doing anything"

The meaning of Paper Lily is..... Forging your own Path with your own hands !

:D

[SailorofworldSSeaS]

Wow that is clever

[Insodian]

Sounds rational, considering the amount of ways we can go in game

[Bagel]

"in christianity is the cycle of rebirth"
no, Christianity doesn't have a cycle of rebirth, and lilies have no major significance in Christianity (technically, certain lilies have been used for symbolism because of their colors, but there's no mention of lilies in any significant doctrine)
"in other religions, it has other meanings"
like what? can you provide an example?

this seems like a reach...

[¤RAV¤ Jesus]

Originally posted by HotPocketBagel:

"in christianity is the cycle of rebirth"
no, Christianity doesn't have a cycle of rebirth, and lilies have no major significance in Christianity (technically, certain lilies have been used for symbolism because of their colors, but there's no mention of lilies in any significant doctrine)
"in other religions, it has other meanings"
like what? can you provide an example?

this seems like a reach...

The Lily flower, with its elegant form and symbolic richness, holds various interpretations across cultures and spiritual traditions, including associations with rebirth and renewal. Here's a closer look at how the Lily is linked to the cycle of rebirth:

Biblical Symbolism: In Christianity, the Lily is often associated with purity, innocence, and the Virgin Mary. The flower's whiteness is seen as a symbol of purity and the virginity of Mary. In this context, the Lily can represent rebirth or renewal of spirit, particularly in relation to themes of redemption and forgiveness.

Ancient Egypt: The Lily was revered in ancient Egyptian culture, where it symbolized fertility and rebirth. The flower was associated with various deities, including Isis, who was linked to resurrection and rebirth. The Lily's ability to emerge from muddy waters and blossom into a beautiful flower was seen as a metaphor for the cycle of life, death, and rebirth.

Eastern Traditions: In Eastern philosophies such as Buddhism and Hinduism, the concept of rebirth or reincarnation is fundamental. While the Lily may not hold direct symbolic significance in these traditions, the broader themes of renewal, transformation, and the cyclical nature of existence resonate with the idea of rebirth. Flowers, in general, are often used metaphorically to represent the transient nature of life and the potential for spiritual growth and renewal.

Seasonal Symbolism: In many cultures, the blooming of flowers, including Lilies, is associated with the changing seasons, particularly the arrival of spring. Springtime symbolizes renewal, rejuvenation, and the cycle of life starting anew after the dormancy of winter. The emergence of flowers from the earth mirrors the idea of rebirth and regeneration.

Personal Transformation: On a more personal level, the Lily and its cycle of growth from bulb to flower can be interpreted as a metaphor for personal transformation and growth. Just as the Lily emerges from the soil, grows, blooms, and eventually wilts only to begin the cycle anew, individuals undergo various stages of growth, change, and renewal throughout their lives.

Overall, while the symbolism of the Lily and its connection to the cycle of rebirth may vary across different cultures and belief systems, the overarching themes of renewal, transformation, and the cyclical nature of existence are universal and enduring.

[Bagel]

"ChatGPT, write an essay that explains why I'm right."

[fugitives]

damn

[Elucidator]

Let's look at it in a different way.

Lilith may be the full way to pronounce Lily.
Lily is a girl.
Paper Lily is her nickname.

Paper, much like the color of a paper lily, is white, blank.
That blankness means it has no feeling, little emotion or no presence. It's a girl that doesn't exist despite wanting to be a regular flower.

You put the paper lily in the vase, much like all the other flowers, making the paper lily pretend to be normal, however- she isn't normal, and while wearing the mask, she cannot be herself and no one would see her.
Even when she changes colors (paper can be colored), she is still made of paper, foldable, white, not truly a girl.

Lacie, is a lot like Lilith, if you take this approach. Lacie lacks of a personality, lacks of friends, lacks of a presence of the world, lacks in color.
Lacie wears white clothing, which symbolizes the paper lily. She is a flower ( a girl ), yet, not like normal girls even when she is put into a vase.

Paper Lily is exploring the theme of Loneliness.
and not being alone, but loneliness, the sense.

The choices proposed, have consequences. Sometimes they make her appear more normal, other times they do not. What is it that Lacie wants to do? She wants to be herself, but she cannot. She needs to make a choice, and even though the action is associated with her, it doesn't show who she is or wants to be. She remains blank, hence regret.

Kat-- I know too little about her, but the fact is that 'what she is looking for' doesn't match what that person thinks of herself as being, and so she won't find it.