If you have ever had the experience of suddenly finding your ears burning, you could either be perplexed by the sensation… and even found it pleasing.
Some people suffer a gush of blood when they drink alcoholic beverages which can be attributed to red ears.
Sometimes, even a cute boy or girl can make us blush.
And sometimes a naughty friend flicks out ears so hard that it temporarily causes a red ear.
But what if none of those reasons can be attributed to a sudden burning sensation of the ears?
Well according to the Chinese Almanac (Tong Shu), feeling a sudden sensation of ear burning or itching, whether it’s left or right eat, can have various meanings depending on the hour in which it occurs.
Here’s a table chart for easy reference.
Ear burning reference table
| Hour | Left Or Right Ear Burning |
| Rat (2300 – 0100) |
A close friend or romantic partner will be bring news that can make a huge impact on life |
| Ox (0100 – 0300) |
An omen that a celebratory event is on the horizon |
| Tiger (0300 – 0500) |
An auspicious social gathering is going to take place which you will find fulfilling |
| Rabbit (0500 – 0700) |
Someone will be traveling from a long distance to visit |
| Dragon (0700 – 0900) |
Wealth and opportunity luck beckons for you to take advantage of |
| Snake (0900 – 1100) |
Potential betrayal which could lead to loss of friends and money |
| Horse (1100 – 1300) |
A big feast will arrive together with an auspicious event |
| Goat (1300 – 1500) |
Someone will be asking for help and you should seriously contemplate whether to do so |
| Monkey (1500 – 1700) |
An invite to a wedding or baby full moon is incoming and you should attend it |
| Rooster (1700 – 1900) |
Marriage matters will become a topic of discussion and it might very well concern you |
| Dog (1900 – 2100) |
A situation of conflict and quarrel is approaching |
| Pig (2100 – 2300) |
Legal trouble will be on your mind soon if it hasn’t already |
Chinese superstitions and culture is so interesting.
Just remember not to ignore any medical reasons for your ears to go red and feel hot frequently.
It could be due to:
- Allergy
- Infection
- Pollutants in the air
- Insect bites
- Food reaction
- Rash
- etc
If ear burning becomes too uncomfortable too frequently, you might want to consult the professional advice of a Doctor.
