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Life and Annuity Benefits (Schedule of Additional Details of Liability for Future Policyholder Benefits) (Details) | Jun. 30, 2023 Rate | Dec. 31, 2022 Rate
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Schedule of Additional Details of Liability for Future Policyholder Benefits, Life and Annuity Benefits [Abstract] |  |
Interest accretion rate | 2.30% | 2.30%
Current discount rate | 4.20% | 4.30%
Weighted-average liability duration | 8 years 8 months 12 days | 8 years 7 months 6 days

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