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

What should be the prayer of every parent?
How was the prophecy given?
How was the opening of the judgment to be made known to the world?
What example did Christ set in Sabbath observance?
15. What commands obeyed would bring about a peaceful solution to this wide-spread and growing conflict?
15. Then when miracles are performed by spirits purporting to be those of our dead friends, to what shall we attribute them?
With what should our prayers be mingled?

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