One who loves his wife as he loves himself, and who respects her even more than he respects himself, of him it is said, And you shall know that there is peace in your home.

He who is without a wife dwells without joy, blessing, goodness or peace.

The Talmud teaches us, Honor your wives that you may prosper. (Bava Metzia 59a). It also states, it would be more than enough if all they did was raise our children.