Notice that they are being helped by the people above them, the saints who are already there. You can see a larger version by clicking on the image. The saved are also helped by prayer, as can be seen in the rosary that lifts two people into heaven. To view more on this part of Michelangelo's work see The Saved and the Lost . You can also see the Celestial World in the Last Judgement at Christus Rex's Cappella Sistina.
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