What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wise men importing Bible version for barbarians (7)" mean?

The definition is "barbarians". The wordplay uses charade, container. SAGES (synonym of "Wise men") + AV (synonym of "Bible version") [container: "importing"]; definition: "barbarians" The answer is SAVAGES.

Wise men importing Bible version for barbarians (7)

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