What does the cryptic crossword clue "Holy hill in which is buried male disciple (5)" mean?

The definition is "disciple". The wordplay uses charade, container. SION (synonym of "Holy hill") + M (synonym of "male") [container: "in"]; definition: "disciple" The answer is SIMON.

Holy hill in which is buried male disciple (5)

Times Cryptic #28624 | 18 Across | 2023-06-08 flower

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