The doomsday prophecy has been a part of human history for ages now. From religious prophecies, celestial events, or technological fears, the chaos surrounding the impending apocalypse has sparked mass panic and social unrest throughout history. Now, the doomsday is knocking on the door again with the prophecy by a South African preacher suggesting that the Rapture will happen on September 23, 2025 or September 24, 2025.
As the chaos surrounding the impending end creates headlines, let’s revisit the most notable times when society was gripped by the fear of the ‘end’. From early Christian interpretations of the apocalypse to modern-day climate catastrophes and space rock scares, these doomsday events reveal more about human psychology and culture than about the actual end of time. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at the ‘end of time’ predictions from the past.
The year 1000 and the millennium anxiety
