To do no harm means obligation to be good — to be good under “Columns.”

What does do no harm means?

Definition of 'do no harm/do sb no harm'

If you say that something would do no harm, or do someone no harm, you are recommending a course of action which you think is worthwhile, helpful, or useful.

What does do no harm mean in ethics?

Nonmaleficence (do no harm) Obligation not to inflict harm intentionally; In medical ethics, the physician's guiding maxim is “First, do no harm.” Beneficence (do good) Provide benefits to persons and contribute to their welfare. Refers to an action done for the benefit of others.