(sha`ar ha-tso'-n (Neh 3:1,32; 12:39)): One of the gates of Jerusalem, probably near the northeast corner. See JERUSALEM. For the "sheep gate" of Jn 5:2, see BETHESDA; SHEEP MARKET.
Bibliography Information Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Definition for 'SHEEP GATE'". "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia". bible-history.com - ISBE; 1915.