What does the cryptic crossword clue "Second religious summary, a lengthy read (6)" mean?

The definition is "a lengthy read". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym="Second") + CREED (synonym="”religious summary”") = SCREED; definition: "a lengthy read" The answer is SCREED.

Second religious summary, a lengthy read (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29257 | 6 Down | 2023-12-19 flower

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