I consider how to benefit society, not vengeance, in my comment.

In other scripture you will find that God also offers a choice between life and death. I make analogy to a garden in which our communities and nations grow, and simply intending to remove the predators and parasites that harm the garden isn't seeking vengeance.

It's just good tending of the garden. In other scripture, you will find that is our purpose according to God.

I just seek to be a good gardener, as I am made to be.