Incorporating into itself pagan mythic traditions, History

why was early Christianity syncretistic, incorporating into itself pagan mythic traditions?

a) to round out the unknowns in chritianitys historical record
b) to convert pagans by presenting christianity in their terms
c) to satisfy the romans who wished to retain familiar rituals
d) to prevent christianity from being viewed as a secret cult

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