What are the motifs in Phaedrus by Plato?

Plato regarded the spoken word as more superior. Writing seems to be less stimulating than speech as it fails to deliver responses to questions while assuming certain knowledge. Even though writing incorporates knowledge it is unable to defend it. The critique of writing can render it less useful. Stated prophecies in writing can be employed without being questioned. Consequently, too much reliance on the written word can lead to false assumptions—especially since different audiences understand matters differently.