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

Where is the price of Christ's betrayal foretold?
Why must justifying faith lay hold upon both the death and the resurrection of Christ?
To whom do the things which have been revealed belong ?
What complaint is made against Sunday trains and Sunday newspapers?
Why was the gospel to be preached to the Gentiles?
Concerning what have we been definitely informed?
What only can overcome the world?

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