What is "betides"

Usage examples of "betides".

As to changing his counsel, a man may do so without reproach, if the cause cease, or when a new case betides, or if he find that by error or otherwise harm or damage may result, or if his counsel be dishonest or come of dishonest cause, or if it be impossible or may not properly be kept.

Hera has brought them over to her own mind, and woe betides the Trojans at the hands of Zeus.

Juno has brought them over to her own mind, and woe betides the Trojans at the hands of Jove.

It is to be hoped you have enjoyed her favors betides, because there'll be no aftertides when I've taken your head ensor.

It deals with a mortal dread we all share: the madness that betides us when we have been fucked over once too often by the petty thugs and conscienceless pillagers who infest the world--from venal politicians who manipulate our lives for personal gain, down to the building contractors who promise decent craftsmanship and leave you with leaking roofs.