What is 'RaptureTok'? Why end-of-the-world memes are taking over social media
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What is 'RaptureTok'? Why end-of-the-world memes are taking over social media
"Christians believe the Rapture will see them ascend to heaven en masse and meet Jesus before his Second Coming. This eventuality marks the beginning of the end for the world. However, the news isn't good for those left behind, who will face the Tribulation, which is a perpetual state of suffering - better known as hell (or listening to Donald Trump rambling on about some nonsense)."
"He said he saw Jesus, in a divine vision, returning to Earth during this year's Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year - which begins at sunset on Monday (22 September). "The Rapture is upon us, whether you are ready or not," Mhlakela said. "I saw Jesus sitting on his throne. I could hear him loud and clear saying: 'I am coming soon'."
RaptureTok on TikTok claims the world will end on 23 September 2025, fueling viral content. Christians believe the Rapture will see believers ascend to heaven en masse to meet Jesus before his Second Coming. Those left behind will face the Tribulation, a prolonged period of suffering. The Rapture has been depicted in films such as Left Behind and This Is The End. South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela said he had a vision of Jesus returning during Rosh Hashanah, which begins at sunset on 22 September, and specified 23rd and 24th September 2025. TikTok content ranges from scriptural preaching to satire and survival tips.
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