Bodhi in Buddhism is the understanding possessed by a Buddha regarding the nature of things. It translates into English as enlightenment and literally means awakened. Bodhi is an abstract noun formed from the verbal root budh (to awake, become aware, notice, know or understand).

The Bodhi Tree is the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment some 2500 years ago. As he sat in deep meditation, Mara, the lord of illusion (akin to the play of one's own mind) tried to distract him from his purpose. Gautama prevailed over the noise and the distraction of his mind, attained enlightenment and became known as Gautama Buddha. 
For seven days after the enlightenment, Buddha continued to meditate under the tree. Another week was passed in walking meditation, and a third week in contemplation under the Bodhi Tree.

The tree has died a few times over centuries, and is being renewed from cuttings. The present Bodhi Tree at Bodhgaya serves as a reminder and an inspiration of Buddha's Enlightenment and of the ultimate potential that lies within us all.

The name is not a mere symbolism. It resonated because at BT Coaching, we are committed to helping with transformation and the realisation of your own potential.