What is "scoffers"

Usage examples of "scoffers".

But a feeling remains that the hour of danger or death might uncover in the scoffers another attitude.

Pity on these scoffers who do not comprehend the ineffable delight of being able to open at will the gates of Paradise to themselves, and to become, at odd moments, one with the angels!

But I think that God is best pleased with us when we give little heed to scoffers, and enjoy His gifts with thankfulness and an easy heart.