That list rather reinforces the point that it is hard to identify the difference between "weird belief," "well-supported but not widespread hypothesis," and "in

That list rather reinforces the point that it is hard to identify the difference between "weird belief," "well-supported but not widespread hypothesis," and "interesting hypothesis that is on the outs in a presently complex field". Also that mere shades of intent can make the difference between "weird belief" and the latter two classifications. Tipler's Omega Point is an excellent example of the type. It would be an interesting exploration of anthropic influence on future cosmology, our determination to turn the future light cone into intelligent matter, in light of prevalent knowledge at the time of initial publication re: future big crunch likelihood, except for the determined shoehorning into Christian theology on the part of the author. Oh well.