It is narrated from Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Indeed, woman was created from a rib, so if you try to straighten her, you will break her. Therefore, treat her with good manners, for there is crookedness in her and also comfort."

Sayyiduna Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) said that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "A woman is like a rib (crooked); if you try to straighten her, you will break her, and if you benefit from her while she is crooked, you will remain in benefit."