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
 


How complete is the salvation obtained in Christ?
By what means may the mother bind the hearts of the loved ones at home together?
What is the fear of the Lord declared to be?
By what are we to try them?
If an answer does not come at once, what should we do?
To whom must one belong in order to be Abraham's seed?
From what ills will the saints he for ever delivered?

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