Abstract

The concluding chapter of the volume does not seek to provide a synthesis of the conversation between ‘Mimetic Theory and Islam, which would be premature. On the contrary, lacunae are identified where further work is needed. Nevertheless, a possible common trajectory is identified, which arises from the peculiar theoretical status of Mimetic Theory, which occupies a space between the science of religion and theology/spirituality. Both Girard and Muslim interlocutors are convinced of the limitations of an ‘outsider’, social-scientific approach to faith. True insight comes from submission to a revelation from ‘beyond’ and is inseparable from personal and group conversion and asceticism. The chapter also includes a summary of contributions from authors who have been a part of this dialogue but whose contributions are not included as chapters in the present volume.