What does the cryptic crossword clue "Happy being without Bible in August (8)" mean?

The definition is "August". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). EV (synonym="English Version of the Bible") in ELATED (synonym="happy") = ELEVATED; definition: "August" The answer is ELEVATED.

Happy being without Bible in August (8)

Times Cryptic #28604 | 15 Across | 2023-05-16 flower

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