TikTok and Conspiracy Theories Predict Rapture Today
TL;DR
TikTok videos have spread a prediction that the Rapture will occur on September 23, 2025, based on a belief rooted in biblical interpretation and a dream claimed by a South African believer. Despite the widespread attention, the date has passed without incident, continuing the long history of failed end-of-world predictions. The article discusses the origins of this specific prediction, the cultural reactions, and the broader context of apocalyptic forecasts.
- The Rapture Was Predicted to Happen Today. TikTok Has Some Advice. The New York Times
- South African pastor says Rapture is September 23: What to know Austin American-Statesman
- Why are TikTok conservatives predicting the rapture this week? Al Jazeera
- 'Woman who sold house' believing world will change as we know it tomorrow explains why she's convinced LADbible
- How Is The World Going To End Today, According To Conspiracy Theorists? IFLScience
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