How early was this tendency manifested?

Answer

"This imitation began in the eastern provinces; but, after the time of Adrian [emperor AD. 117-138], who
first introduced the mysteries among the Latins, it was followed by the Christians who dwelt in the western
parts of the empire."-Id., par. 5

How is the love of God supplied to the believer?
For what is all Scripture profitable?
What was the special mission of John the Baptist?
How is the true God distinguished from all false gods?
What do papal authorities say of the observance of Sunday by Protestants?
13. At the instance of church bishops, what still further law was secured under Theodosius the Younger, in 425?
How visible is His coming to be?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle