Coats in the ancient world represented power, authority, and prominence. An exchange of coats was part of the ancient covenant ritual, a surrender of sorts of one’s authority to his covenant partner. Joseph’s robe was not only beautiful and enviable, but symbolic, prophetic, and even vindictive in the sense that his older brothers were bypassed for the prestigious honor. In a manner of speaking, Joseph stood head and shoulders above his older siblings when he was dressed in his royal robe. In the words of the old adage, “Clothes make the man!” In this fascinating study, you will learn much about the ancient traditions of Bible times that will impart deeper understanding of the story of Joseph and his dysfunctional family members, who were eventually redeemed and exalted by a merciful God. Joseph and the Coat of Destiny is a book of hope and restoration for all. Dr. Noreen Jacks is a wife, mother, grandmother, Bible teacher, author, conference speaker, and museum docent. She resides in northern California.