The Rapture That Wasn’t: September’s Failed Doomsday Prediction and the Psychology of Apocalyptic Belief
This week’s failed rapture prediction highlights a pattern in doomsday forecasts and reveals insights into human psychology and social media trends. The article discusses 200 years of rapture theology, failed predictions, and TikTok’s role in amplifying apocalyptic fears, illustrating how the rapture industry provides a sense of certainty despite inaccuracies.