What Does It Mean When Your Right Ear Rings? 6 Possible Spiritual Interpretations

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What spiritual message is the universe trying to share with you?
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You’ve probably experienced a high-pitched ringing or buzzing sound in your ear at some point. The cause could be medical , but some people believe that sound in your ears holds spiritual, Biblical, and superstitious significance (although there’s no scientific evidence behind this). The spiritual or metaphysical meaning of your right ear ringing depends on the pitch and volume of the ring. Check out our guide to the spiritual significance of ringing in your right ear to understand what message the universe may be trying to get across to you.

Things You Should Know

  • Interpret your right ear ringing as a sign from the universe or your guardian angels that good luck or blessings are headed your way.
  • Take ringing in your right ear as an indication that your spiritual efforts are coming to fruition. You are spiritually aligned and your third eye is open.
  • Consider that your ear may be ringing because you have tinnitus. If your ringing is accompanied by pain or neurological issues, consult a doctor immediately.
Section 1 of 3:

Spiritual Interpretations

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    While the left ear is often interpreted as a negative omen, ringing in the right ear is associated with good tidings and blessings. God, the universe, and your guardian angels may be trying to tell you your spiritual endeavors are coming to fruition, at last! [1]
    • High-pitched ringing in particular is an indication that good luck is heading your way. Keep your mind and heart open for blessings from the universe, whether in the form of new friends, money, or love.
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    You’re about to begin a new and thrilling chapter, perhaps in the form of a new job or a romantic relationship, and your guardian angels are giving you a heads-up. This new chapter of your life will generally be positive, as ringing in the right ear usually is. [2]
    • Though ringing in the right ear is often a positive sign, it could be a push from your guardian angels to change the path you’re currently on . In other words, it may be up to you to start the positive chapter yourself!
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    Though the right ear is usually associated with positive tidings, it’s possible your guardian angels are trying to warn you that there are people around you who may not have your spiritual interests in mind. If you hear a ringing in your right ear, it could be a sign that the energies around you are not positive.
    • You may have heard that when your ear rings, it’s a sign that someone is thinking badly of you—well, that may be the case here! Evaluate your current relationships to see if there are any connections that could be improved. [3]
    • But don’t dwell too much on connecting with negative energies: at some point, it’s best to just distance yourself to protect your spiritual well-being.
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    While ringing in the ear could be a sign someone's negative energy is affecting you, it could also mean just the opposite: that people see your worth and love and admire you, and they're thinking kindly of you! Whether you've done a favor for someone lately, or you just try to live a selfless, friendly life , someone is taking notice. Go you!
    • Old wives' tales also indicate that when your ear rings, it means someone is talking about you or thinking of you. Some old wives' tales say your ear will also burn when this happens! [4]
    • Pliny the Elder, the Ancient Roman scholar, held to the superstition that ringing in the ears is a sign angels are discussing you. He also advocated for boiling earthworms in goose grease and sticking them in your ear if your ear ringing, or any other ear malady, is bothering you. (We don't recommend that!) [5]
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    You may experience ringing in your right ear during meditation or prayer, when your chakras open and become balanced. If your right ear rings at this time, it means your third eye is opening, and you are in alignment with the universe.
    • To further cultivate your spiritual growth, practice listening to your intuition , and develop a regular meditation practice to help you vitalize and activate your third eye. [6]
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    Multiple times in the book of Revelations, God says, "Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches." The "hearing" He speaks of is not literal sounds, but spiritual ones: the Holy Spirit speaks to you in messages nobody else can hear, and the messages may come in the form of words, or they may come in the form of ringing. [7]
    • This interpretation is backed up by Job 13:17, in which God says, “Listen carefully to what I say; let my words ring in your ears." If your ears are ringing, it's a sign from God to pay attention to His messages! [8]
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Section 2 of 3:

Types of Ear Ringing

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    Your guardian angels are trying to tell you something. Take abrupt, loud ringing as an angel clapping in front of your face to get your attention: they have a spiritual message to share.
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    If you experience high-pitched ringing while meditating or praying, it’s likely an indication your third eye is opening a little wider. You are realizing your highest spiritual potential. Go you! [9]
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    Your spiritual health may be waning. Experiencing low-pitched ringing in your right ear indicates circumstances are less dire than if you experienced ringing in your left ear, but it’s still a message from God that you may need to distance yourself from spiritual negativity. [10]
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    If you hear buzzing in your right ear rather than ringing, it could be a sign that you are becoming one with the universe. The more you practice cultivating your spiritual identity, eventually, like a white noise machine, the sound will fade into the background and just become a part of your daily life. [11]
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Section 3 of 3:

Medical Causes

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    Tinnitus is the medical term for ear-ringing, and it’s very common, especially among older people who may suffer from age-related hearing loss. You may also get tinnitus due to an ear injury or problem with the circulatory system, or just because of an earwax buildup or a foreign object lodged in your ear. Tinnitus may present as ringing, buzzing, or humming, and it may persist for a period of time, or it may come and go. Unless it interrupts your daily life, there’s usually no need to see a doctor about it . [12]
    • In rare cases, tinnitus may be caused by an ear tumor. Ear tumors may be accompanied by neurological issues such as speech and balance problems. Ear tumors are usually benign, but if you experience any of these symptoms, see a doctor immediately. [13]

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      Some people believe a ringing in the right ear may be a sign of good fortune, or an indication that something important is about to happen to you. It could also be a sign that others are thinking about you, either positively or negatively, or that you’re experiencing spiritual growth. Since the ears are associated with receiving messages, another interpretation is that your higher power is speaking to you. If you’re bothered by the ringing in your ear, have it checked out by a doctor. It could mean you have tinnitus, which may be caused by an ear infection, injury, or blockage.

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