Whence
Whence is an archaic English adverb meaning "from what place" or "from which source." It is used to inquire about origin or source and can appear in both questions and statements indicating provenance. In contemporary usage, whence is mainly found in formal writing, poetry, or historical texts, while speakers often substitute "from where" in ordinary conversation.
Etymology and related forms: Whence originates in Old English and is linked to a family of locative
Usage in literature: The word appears in many classical works, including Shakespeare and the King James Bible,