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TikTok Buzzes with Rapture Predictions for 2025

9/24/2025

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Summary

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TikTok users anticipate the Rapture on Sept. 23, 2025, after Joshua Mhlakela, a South African, says Jesus spoke to him.
The hashtag #rapturenow has over 311,000 videos, with some preparing seriously and others mocking.
Predictions align with Rosh Hashanah, provoking excitement for some Christian TikTokers and concern for those left behind; skepticism grows.

History

Historical Context

The Great Disappointment of 1844 occurred when William Miller's prediction of Christ's return failed, leading to widespread disillusionment among his followers. This pivotal moment contributed to the formation of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Today, similar apocalyptic sentiments resurface on social media, as seen with the hashtag #rapturenow, reflecting an enduring fascination with prophecy in contemporary religious discourse.

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Story summary

TikTok users anticipate the Rapture on Sept. 23, 2025, after Joshua Mhlakela, a South African, says Jesus spoke to him.
The hashtag #rapturenow has over 311,000 videos, with some preparing seriously and others mocking.
Predictions align with Rosh Hashanah, provoking excitement for some Christian TikTokers and concern for those left behind; skepticism grows.

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