User:Rich jj/Sandbox/Oath of vengeance

Which notables advocated different sides in these disputes?
 * Who is the avenger: God; oath takers?
 * Who are the martyrs: Joseph/Hyrum; righteous followers; modern leaders; historical prophets?

Expand on this toned-down point: "However, other Mormons understood the oath to require only prayer for God's vengeance, and not any obligation to take vengeance personally." Buerger (1987, p. 54)