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

When Christ ascended, what did He give to men?
What is said of the little horn as compared with the ten horns of the fourth beast of Daniel 7?
What is the character of God, and how only can He be truly worshipped?
What did the Lamb do with this book?
What was given these martyrs?
What do our transient afflictions do for us?
When Peter was imprisoned and about to be executed by Herod, what did the church do?

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