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 command did the Lord later give to Abraham?
Did Christ know beforehand the treatment He was to receive?
When was the union of church and state formed from which the Papacy grew?
How suddenly will the plagues come upon modern Babylon?
When cast into the lions' den, how did Daniel say he had been saved from death?
In what scripture are Christians recognized as Israel?
For what purpose was the earth created?

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