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

Into what condition has sin brought the entire creation?
Upon what basis has Christ taught us to ask forgiveness?
What did the prophet say Christ would be called to endure?
19. In what prophetic language was the varying strength of the ten kingdoms of the divided empire indicated?
What final call to come out of Babylon is to go forth?
How did the devil seek to induce Jesus to worship him?
How did Christ, from the Old Testament Scriptures, prove the resurrection?

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