Preface of _History and Heritage of the Great Mosque of Rome_ - Special issue of _Historia Religionum_

The interplay between language and space offers profound insights into the conceptualization and interpretation of religious and cultural phenomena. This collection investigates the spatial dynamics of the Great Mosque of Rome as a case study within a multidisciplinary framework. It examines the mosque’s architectural, social, and symbolic dimensions, highlighting its dual role as a monumental representation of Islamic identity and as a locus of urban religious plurality. Integrating historical, sociological, and ethnographic methodologies, the analysis emphasizes the contrast between the mosque's grandeur and the informal sacred spaces in peripheral urban areas. This study underscores the transformative power of spatial and religious dialogues in urban settings, offering new perspectives on the intersection of space, identity, and culture. The collaborative approach of the SHAring Religious Places (ShaRP) project enriches the discourse, demonstrating the utility of integrating digital humanities with traditional academic inquiries.