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 said of the strength and wisdom of God?
By what name is Christ appropriately called?
Were the gifts of the Spirit to continue forever?
For what are we told to pray at this time?
In what was shown the first tangible evidence of this \"falling away\" from the truth of God?
In what one promise are all these promises summed up?
What will flow through the city?

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