What is the purpose of Philanthropy and Poverty in a Christmas Carol?

The purpose of philanthropy and poverty in the novel is to show the rich, not only from that era but modern day too, whats happening in the world and how we are responsible for it. He published the book with a philanthropic moral to give so that we can be better people. We know this because we are shown the positive impacts of Scrooge's actions when he changes. He shows us how it benefits our and others health and emotions. At the time most of England was a Christian society, so it was also to remind everyone of Christian values like loving each other and being giving.