In recent weeks, a bizarre yet captivating trend has taken over TikTok: users warning that the Rapture the apocalyptic Christian event where believers ascend to heaven is supposedly happening “tomorrow.”
With hashtags like #Rapture, #EndTimes, and #JudgmentDay trending, millions of people are watching, sharing, and commenting on videos that combine biblical prophecy with viral internet humor.
But what exactly is fueling this wave of digital doomsday predictions, and what does it reveal about how Gen Z engages with faith, fear, and entertainment?
The Origin of the Rapture Trend on TikTok
TikTok has become the go-to platform for viral storytelling, whether it’s dance challenges, life hacks, or conspiracy theories.
The latest phenomenon revolves around young creators citing Bible verses, ominous “prophecies,” or even dreams as evidence that the Rapture is imminent.
Some videos are serious, featuring creators quoting scripture from the Book of Revelation, while others lean into satire showing users “packing for heaven” or pretending to get left behind in post-apocalyptic chaos.
