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''Saṃvṛtibodhicitta'' (T. ''kun rdzob byang chub kyi sems''), relative or conventiional bodhicitta, is one of the two primary aspects of the 'mind of awakening,' the other being ultimate bodhicitta (''paramārthabodhicitta''). ''Saṃvṛtibodhicitta'' is characterized by the altruistic intention to attain perfect enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings. It is further divided into:
1. Aspirational Bodhicitta (''praṇidhicitta'' +, T. '''jug pa byang chub kyi sems''): The actual engagement in the bodhisattva's path, which involves taking the bodhisattva vows and diligently practicing the six perfections (''pāramitā''). This is the practical application of the initial aspiration. +, T. ''smon pa byang chub kyi sems''): The sincere wish and resolve to achieve Buddhahood to liberate all beings from ''saṃsāra''.
2. Engaging/Applicational Bodhicitta (''prasthānacitta'' +