A viral prophecy foretelling the Rapture on September 23-24, 2025, has ignited a frenzy across social media. South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela's prediction has sparked the TikTok sensation #RaptureTok, with users frantically sharing survival tips, prepping for the end times, and documenting their reactions to what many fear could be humanity’s final days.

Joshua Mhlakela's prophecy stems from an interview Mhlakela gave to Centtwinz TV on June 17, 2025. Credit: X|@AfricaFactsZone

Joshua Mhlakela's vision

The prophecy stems from an interview Mhlakela gave to Centtwinz TV on June 17, 2025. According to reports from Complex, he claimed to have witnessed the return of Jesus during Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Joshua explained: "The rapture is upon us, whether you are ready or not

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