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 revealed by the law?
What does the fifth commandment require of children?
What question was asked in the hearing of the prophet?
Out of what will all be judged?
9. What prophetic period extends to the time of the cleansing of the sanctuary, or the investigative judgment?
6. How did they manifest their displeasure at His healing the man with the withered hand on the Sabbath?
How was the flood stayed, and Satan's -design defeated?

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