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 is God's attitude toward the sinner?
What prophecy foretold of the disposal of Christ's garments at the crucifixion?
At the beginning of His ministry, what example did Jesus set for the benefit of His followers?
What does Christ thus become to the believer?
When asked by the Jews for a sign of His Messiahship, what did Jesus say?
What was decreed by the Council of Laodicea, in AD. 364?
What will the saints do in the new earth?

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