Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Salamun Alaikum
I hope you are keeping well. The Quran and Etrat Online Organization (EtratU) is pleased to announce that registration is open for Winter 2026 courses until Jan. 25, 2026. Whether you wish to deepen your understanding of the Qur’an and Etrat, explore the lives of revered personalities, or learn core beliefs, EtratU’s online courses provide flexible, engaging study supported by assessments and certification.
Below is a summary of the Winter 2026 offerings:
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Course (Winter 2026) |
Highlights |
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Quran Vocabulary 1 – W26 |
An introductory vocabulary course: students learn around 8 000 Qur’anic words, study root‑families and practice translation. |
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Quran Vocabulary 4 – W26 |
Aims to help students become familiar with around 8 000 words of the Holy Qur’an, identify root‑families of words and learn keys that unlock meanings. Method involves memorizing lesson word lists, practicing exercises and translating verses, with quizzes, mid‑term and final exam. |
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Lady Fatima (PBUH) – W26 |
Presents the life of Lady Fatima Zahra—her blessed birth and virtues, her marriage to Imam Ali, the challenges she faced and her tragic martyrdom. Includes quizzes and exams, with 12 lessons. |
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Prophet Jesus (PBUH) – W26 |
Studies the life of Christ (‘Isa) through the Qur’an. Topics include his miraculous birth, characteristics and religion, miracles and signs, interactions with the Israelites, distortion of the Bible, claims of divinity and the conversation between God and Jesus on the Last Day; the course has 12 lessons. |
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History of Collecting Hadiths 2 – W26 |
Examines the value and authenticity of the Prophet’s words and narrations from other infallibles, then traces the evolution of hadith collection across Sunni and Shia traditions. Students explore how the Prophet and Imams championed the preservation of traditions, review early and later collections, and learn about modern verification methods, documentation and research centres |
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Islamic Ethics 2 – W26 |
Offers a detailed commentary on Imam Ali bin Husayn’s “Treatise of Rights,” illuminating each right through Qur’anic verses and prophetic narrations. Through lectures and quizzes, the course guides learners in understanding ethical duties toward God, oneself and others, with regular assessments culminating in a mid‑term and final exam |
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History of Qur’an – W26 |
Surveys how the Qur’an was revealed, compiled and preserved, emphasizing Shia proofs for its textual integrity and studying claims of alteration in Sunni literature. Topics include the compilation of the Qur’an, testimonies of the Prophet, Imams and caliphs, and how early Muslims ensured its collection and transmission |
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Resurrection – W26 |
Explores the concept of Maʿad (resurrection) in Islamic belief—its intellectual necessity, Qur’anic proofs, limbo (barzakh), the Day of Judgment, heaven and hell. Students analyze death, revitalization and the Doomsday and study the torments of hell and gifts of paradise. |
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History of Imams 2 – W26 |
Continues the historical study of the Shia Imams. Topics include the life of Imam Sajjad, his interaction with the Umayyads, events after Karbala, the scholarship of Imam Baqir, Imam Sadiq’s fight against intellectual challenges, and the imamate and martyrdom of Imam Kazim. The course comprises 11 lessons. |
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Monotheism and Polytheism – W26 |
Covers the meaning of belief, aspects of monotheism, worship, visiting graves and shrines, seeking help from the righteous and the Prophet, and distinguishing between living souls and the deceased. |
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Prophet Adam (PBUH) – W26 |
Explores the Qur’anic narrative of Prophet Adam (PBUH)—from his creation in stages and appointment as God’s vicegerent to the teaching of the names and his superiority over the angels. Students examine the angels’ prostration, Satan’s refusal and limited authority, Adam’s life in paradise, the temptation and lapse, his repentance and descent to earth, and the early history of his family. Over thirteen lessons the course addresses questions about human origins, succession, knowledge, temptation and the lineage of Adam in a concise, thematic manner. |
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Imam Mahdi (May Allah Hasten His Reappearance) – W26 |
Offers an evidence‑based understanding of Imam Mahdi (ATFS). Students study why knowing the Imam of our time matters, the universal hope for a savior, Qur’anic promises of justice, hadith proofs, false claimants, the concept of occultation (ghaybah), responsibilities during the major occultation, parallels with earlier prophets, and questions about longevity. The course contains 13 lessons. |
Why study at EtratU?
- Authentic content – All courses are grounded in the Qur’an and reliable traditions, with teaching material reviewed by scholars.
- Structured learning – Each course features clear learning objectives, quizzes and exams to measure progress, and certificates for those achieving at least 60 % in the final assessment
- Flexible online access – Lessons are delivered online; you can study at your own pace from anywhere.
- Community and support – EtratU fosters a supportive learning environment, and students can contact site support or join discussion forums.
Registration
Enrolment is straightforward—simply visit university.etrat.net and login. Since your accounts are transferred from the old site you might need to reset your password. Then select the Winter 2026 course(s) you are interested in. No enrolment keys are required for these courses, and registration is free.
If you have any questions or need assistance with enrollment, please let me know. I encourage you to take advantage of these inspiring courses to enhance your knowledge and spiritual growth. Please spread the word to anyone you think might be interested.
Warm regards,
Quran and Etrat Organization Admin