What does the cryptic crossword clue "Raised in Africa, a significant biblical figure (5)" mean?

The definition is "biblical figure". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden reversed in "raised in afriCA, A SIgnificant biblical figure" The answer is Isaac.

Raised in Africa, a significant biblical figure (5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3128 | 2 Down | 2021-10-03 flower

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