Simplifying terms of Ricci tensor

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The discussion focuses on simplifying the terms of the Ricci tensor, specifically expressing it in a more manageable form. The proposed expression includes the terms g^{\sigma \rho} \nabla_\sigma \nabla_\rho R, R ~R_{\mu\nu}, and -\nabla_\mu \nabla_\nu R. Participants express a desire for more context and details on the work done so far to facilitate further assistance. The conversation highlights the complexity of the Ricci tensor and the need for clarity in mathematical expressions. Overall, the aim is to make the Ricci tensor more accessible for discussion and analysis.
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Any help how to simplify these terms of Ricci tensor:
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R_{\alpha\mu} R_{\gamma \nu} g^{\alpha \gamma} + R_{\mu \beta} R_{\nu \delta} g^{\beta \delta} + g^{\alpha \gamma} g^{\beta \delta} \left( R_{\alpha\beta} \frac{ \nabla_\gamma \delta \Gamma^\rho_ {~ \delta \rho} - \nabla_\rho \delta \Gamma^\rho_ {~ \gamma \delta} }{ \delta g^{\mu\nu} }
+ R_{\gamma\delta} \frac{ \nabla_\alpha \delta \Gamma^\rho_ {~ \beta \rho} - \nabla_\rho \delta \Gamma^\rho_ {~ \alpha \beta} }{ \delta g^{\mu\nu} } \right)
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So that they become:

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g^{\sigma \rho} \nabla_\sigma \nabla_\rho R ~g_{\mu\nu} + R ~R_{\mu\nu} - \nabla_\mu \nabla_\nu R
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